Hindustani Awam Morcha
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About Hindustani Awam Morcha
Party Identity
The Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular), abbreviated as HAM(S), is a recognized Indian political party primarily active in the state of Bihar. It is noted for its strategic alliances within the political landscape of Bihar, often aligning with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Election Symbol
For the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections, HAM(S) was allocated a distinct election symbol: the wok. This unique symbol distinguishes the party in electoral contests.
Alliance Dynamics
The party has demonstrated significant flexibility in its alliances, participating in coalitions with both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the United Progressive Alliance (UPA)/I.N.D.I.A. bloc at different points in its history. Its alignment often reflects the shifting political dynamics in Bihar.
Formation and Establishment
Genesis of HAM(S)
Hindustani Awam Morcha was formally launched on May 8, 2015. Its formation was spearheaded by Jitan Ram Manjhi, a former Chief Minister of Bihar, following his departure from the Janata Dal (United) party. This move occurred amidst the political realignments during the 2015 Bihar political crisis.
Name and Recognition
In June 2015, the party officially added "Secular" to its name, becoming the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular). Subsequently, in July 2015, the Election Commission of India formally recognized HAM(S) as a political entity, granting it the distinct election symbol of a wok.
Historical Trajectory
Alliance Shifts
HAM(S) initially joined the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in July 2015, participating in the Bihar elections. The party's history is marked by significant shifts in alliances: it left the NDA in 2018, aligning with opposition groups, only to rejoin the NDA in August 2020 in preparation for the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections.
Electoral Outcomes
In the 2015 Bihar Assembly elections, HAM(S) contested 21 seats as part of the NDA, securing one victory. The party experienced a notable increase in representation in the 2020 Bihar Legislative Assembly election, winning four seats. Following this success, Jitan Ram Manjhi's son, Santosh Suman, was inducted into the Bihar cabinet.
Prominent Members
Key Figures
- Jitan Ram Manjhi: Founder, former Chief Minister of Bihar, former Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
- Santosh Suman Manjhi: Minister of Irrigation and SC/ST Welfare in the Government of Bihar; Member of the Bihar Legislative Council.
- Ramesh Singh: National Vice President of Hindustani Awam Morcha since 2021.
Electoral Performance Overview
The following tables detail the electoral performance of the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) in national and state legislative elections.
Lok Sabha Elections
Performance in the Indian general elections:
| Election Year | Assembly | Alliance | Contested Seat | Seat Won | Seats-/+ | Total Votes | Votes % | Votes % -/+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian General Election 2019 | ||||||||
| 2019 | 17th Assembly | Mahagathbandhan | 3 |
0 / 543
|
0 | 9,56,501 | 0.02% | * |
| Indian General Election 2024 | ||||||||
| 2024 | 18th Assembly | NDA | 1 |
1 / 543
|
+1 | 4,94,960 | 2.3% | * |
Bihar Assembly Elections
Performance in the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections:
| Election Year | Assembly | Alliance | Contested Seat | Seat Won | Seats-/+ | Total Votes | Votes % | Votes % -/+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 16th Assembly | NDA | 21 |
1 / 243
|
+1 | 864,856 | 2.3% | * |
| 2020 | 17th Assembly | NDA | 7 |
4 / 243
|
+3 | 3,75,564 | 0.89% | - 1.41 |
| 2025 | 18th Assembly | NDA | Oct-Nov 2025 |
0 / 243
|
None | TBD |
Legislative Representation
Lok Sabha Members (2024)
Current representation in the lower house of the Indian Parliament:
| SL.No. | Name | Alliance | Constituency | Year | Portrait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jitan Ram Manjhi Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium |
NDA | Gaya (Bihar) | 2024 | ๐ค |
Bihar Assembly Members (2020)
Members of the Bihar Legislative Assembly following the 2020 elections:
| SL.No. | Name | Alliance | Constituency | Year | Portrait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jyoti Devi | NDA | Barachatti | 2020 | ๐ค |
| 2 | Anil Kumar | NDA | Tikari | 2020 | ๐ค |
| 3 | Prafull Kumar Singh | NDA | Sikandra | 2020 | ๐ค |
| 4 | Deepa Manjhi | NDA | Imamganj | 2024 | ๐ค |
Bihar Legislative Council Members (2024)
Representation in the upper house of the Bihar Legislature:
| SL.No. | Member | Alliance | Party | Term Start | Term end | Portrait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santosh Suman | NDA | HAM | 07-May-2024 | 06-May-2030 | ๐ค |
Related Information
Further Reading
- List of political parties in India
- State Mahadalit Commission, Bihar
- Bhola Paswan Shastri
- Ram Sundar Das
- 2015 Bihar political crisis
- Bihar Legislative Assembly
- 2020 Bihar Legislative Assembly election
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