The Janata Dal (United) has officially announced its candidates for the upcoming 2026 Bihar Legislative Council elections, nominating Nishant Kumar, the son of former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, from Patna. Alongside him, Bharti Mehta will represent Madhubani, and Shivrani Devi Prajapati will contest from West Champaran. Additionally, Lalan Prasad has been selected to run in a bye-election for the Sheikhpura seat. The Election Commission has set the polling date for June 18, 2026, with the notification issued on June 1. Candidates must submit their nominations by June 8, with scrutiny taking place on June 9 and the withdrawal of candidatures allowed until June 11. The counting of votes will occur on the same day as polling, and the entire election process is expected to conclude by June 20, 2026. These elections are crucial for filling seats in the Bihar Legislative Council, particularly as terms for current members expire on June 28, 2026.