A major controversy has erupted in Bihar’s Supaul district after allegations surfaced that Sangeeta Kumari Yadav, the elected chairperson of Triveniganj Nagar Parishad, is a Nepali citizen who has allegedly held the post unlawfully. The claims, first raised in a formal complaint by former block pramukh Yogendra Yadav, prompted an investigation by the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO). According to the probe, a woman identified as Sangita Kumari, aged 41 and originally from Nepal, is said to have resided in Bihar for several years, secured a government teaching job, and eventually won the municipal chairperson election in Triveniganj Nagar Parishad.

The most significant development in the case is the reported deletion of Sangeeta Kumari Yadav’s name from the updated voter rolls following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral lists conducted in September 2025. Officials reportedly struck off her entry after she failed to submit satisfactory proof of Indian citizenship as required during the SIR process. Critics, including the complainant, have argued that this deletion confirms she does not possess valid Indian citizenship, raising serious questions about the legality of her election and tenure as chairperson of the local civic body.

The allegations have triggered intense debate in the region, with political opponents and local residents accusing the administration of lax verification during both her appointment as a government teacher and her subsequent election to the Nagar Parishad post. Under Indian law, only Indian citizens are eligible to contest and hold elected municipal positions, and any breach could lead to disqualification, legal action, and potential cancellation of the election results. The case also highlights broader concerns about cross-border migration, identity documentation, and voter list integrity in border districts of Bihar, which share close proximity with Nepal.

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As of January 10, 2026, the district administration has not issued an official public statement confirming or denying the full findings of the SDO investigation. However, sources indicate that the matter is under active review, with higher authorities likely to decide on further steps, including possible suspension of the chairperson and referral to the Election Commission or law enforcement for detailed verification. The complainant has demanded immediate disqualification and legal proceedings against those allegedly involved in facilitating her entry into public office.

This incident has drawn attention to the challenges of maintaining accurate voter rolls and citizenship verification in areas with historical cross-border movement. While many residents of border regions hold dual ties due to cultural and familial links with Nepal, Indian electoral laws remain strict on citizenship requirements for holding public office. The outcome of this case in Triveniganj could set a precedent for similar complaints in other parts of Bihar and influence future processes for voter registration and candidate eligibility checks ahead of upcoming local body elections.

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