Bankipur, Manjalpur, Datia By‑polls 2026: Real‑Time Voting Progress

The election machinery is in full swing as voters head to the polls in three distinct assembly segments. Bankipur in Bihar, Manjalpur in Gujarat, and Datia in Madhya Pradesh are all witnessing by‑elections on Thursday.

Bankipur’s vacancy arose after the resignation of BJP national president and Rajya Sabha member Nitin Nabeen. In Manjalpur, the seat is up for grabs following the death of sitting BJP MLA Yogesh Patel. Datia’s by‑poll was triggered by the revocation of Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti’s membership earlier this year.

Both major national parties, the BJP and the Congress, have launched vigorous campaigning drives, turning these three contests into bellwethers for the upcoming general election cycle. Analysts are watching the numbers closely, especially in Datia where the race appears to be the most evenly matched.

Follow our live updates for real‑time information on voter participation, candidate performance, and preliminary results as they unfold.