Prashant Kumar Singh Wins BCI Representative Post with 18 Votes; A Total of 26 Voters Cast Their Ballots
Ranchi, November 5, 2026: The results of the State Bar Council elections have been declared. Candidates contested for various posts, with Abhay Kumar Chaturvedi winning the President's post and Rinku Bhagat being elected Vice-President. Meanwhile, Prashant Kumar Singh secured victory in the Bar Council of India (BCI) representative election by receiving the highest number of 18 votes. A total of 26 voters exercised their franchise in the election.
In the election for the President's post, Abhay Kumar Chaturvedi secured 15 votes, while his opponent, Nilesh Kumar, received 10 votes. One vote was declared invalid. With a margin of five votes, Abhay Kumar Chaturvedi emerged victorious. His supporters expressed happiness following the announcement of the results.
The Vice-President's election witnessed a close contest, with Rinku Bhagat securing 10 votes to emerge victorious. His closest rival, Mrityunjay Kumar Srivastava, received 9 votes. Madhulata Rani secured 4 votes, while Anil Kumar Mahto received 2 votes. One vote was declared invalid in this category as well.
In the election for the Bar Council of India (BCI) representative post, Prashant Kumar Singh registered a decisive victory by securing 18 votes. His opponents, Manoj Kumar II and Sanjay Kumar Vidrohi, received 7 and 1 vote, respectively. The result reflected a clear lead for Prashant Kumar Singh.
According to election officials, the entire voting process was conducted peacefully. A total of 26 voters participated in the elections for the various posts. Following the declaration of results, congratulations poured in for the newly elected office-bearers. The victorious candidates expressed their commitment to working sincerely for the welfare of advocates and the interests of the Bar Council.
