First Minister from Gomia in 21 Years Wins with Record 95,000 Votes
Key Points:
- Yogendra Prasad becomes first two-term MLA from Gomia constituency
- Defeats nearest rival by massive 36,000-vote margin in 2024 polls
- Rises from village politics to state cabinet after three-decade journey
RANCHI – Yogendra Prasad creates history as Gomia’s first two-term MLA, joining Hemant Soren’s cabinet.
The victory marks a significant milestone for Gomia constituency.
Moreover, Prasad secured over 95,000 votes in 2024.
His journey began in Murubanda village of Ramgarh district.
Meanwhile, he served various political roles since 1991.
Furthermore, he started as Congress District Vice President.
The political path included multiple party changes.
However, his JMM stint proved most successful.
“Every challenge strengthened my resolve,” remarked a senior party official.
Notable Achievements
His wife Babita Devi also served as Gomia MLA.
Meanwhile, he chaired the State Backward Classes Commission.
In addition, he joined the State Coordination Committee.
Political Background
The last Gomia minister served in 2000.
Moreover, it was in undivided Bihar’s cabinet.
Madhavlal Singh held the transport portfolio then.
Furthermore, Prasad defeated BJP’s Madhavlal Singh in 2014.
However, he faced court-ordered membership termination in 2018.
“Local development remains our priority,” stated a JMM spokesperson.
