Anant Singh

Anant Singh, often referred to as 'Chhote Sarkar', is a prominent and influential political figure from Bihar, India. Born on 5 January 1967, in Nadwan, Bihar, he has had a dynamic and often controversial career in state politics. Formerly a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Mokama constituency, he has been elected multiple times, representing parties like Janata Dal (United) and Rashtriya Janata Dal, and also serving as an independent legislator.

Known for his strong local influence, particularly among the Bhumihar community, his political journey is characterized by significant electoral victories and numerous legal challenges, including high-profile criminal cases. He recently filed his nomination as a Janata Dal (United) candidate for the upcoming 2025 Bihar Assembly elections from Mokama.

By Rashmi | Friday, February 6, 2026, 11:32:27 AM [IST]

Anant Singh Biography

Anant Singh was born on 5 January 1967, in the village of Nadwan in Barh CD block, Bihar, to Chandradeep Singh and Bacchi Devi. He is the youngest of four brothers. His elder brother, Dilip Singh, was also a notable politician, having served as an MLA and Minister from Mokama in the 1990s. Anant Singh's early life and rise to prominence were marked by his emergence as a strongman figure, particularly within the Bhumihar community, where he was seen as a protector during caste conflicts. He began his criminal career as an enforcer for his brother.

Anant Singh initiated his active political career by successfully contesting and winning the Mokama assembly seat in 2005 on a Janata Dal (United) ticket. He continued his winning streak, securing re-election from Mokama in 2010, again as a JD(U) candidate. In 2015, following a disagreement with then-Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the JD(U)'s alliance with the RJD, he left the party and successfully contested the election as an independent candidate. By the 2020 Bihar Legislative Assembly elections, Anant Singh had joined the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and won the Mokama seat for the fourth consecutive time, notably doing so while being in jail.

His political career has been intertwined with numerous legal battles. According to his 2020 election affidavit, he faced 38 criminal charges, including 7 for murder, 11 for attempt to murder, and 4 for kidnapping. Patna High Court documents indicate as many as 52 cases against him. He was convicted in two cases, one in 2015 and another in 2019, primarily under the Arms Act. In 2022, he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for these Arms Act cases, which led to his disqualification as an MLA. However, the Patna High Court acquitted him in these Arms Act cases on 14 August 2024. In May 2024, he was released on a 15-day parole for Lok Sabha election campaigning. Anant Singh is currently seeking re-election, having filed his nomination as a Janata Dal (United) candidate for the Mokama Assembly seat in October 2025.

He is married to Neelam Devi, who herself won the Mokama by-election in 2022 after his disqualification. Anant Singh is known for his distinctive lifestyle and eccentricities, earning him the moniker 'Chhote Sarkar'. He is reported to have a fondness for horses, owning luxury cars, and at one point, keeping a python as a pet and an elephant trained to shake hands.

Anant Singh Personal Life

Full Name	Anant Singh
Date of Birth	05 Jan 1967 (Age 59)
Place of Birth	Nadwan, Bihar
Party Name	Janata Dal (United)
Education
Profession	Politician
Father's Name	Chandradeep Singh
Mother's Name	Bacchi Devi
Spouse's Name	NA
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

Anant Singh Net Worth

Net Worth

₹37.88 CRORE

ASSETS

₹37.88 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Interesting Facts about Anant Singh

Anant Singh is popularly known by the nickname 'Chhote Sarkar'. He is known for his unique and extravagant lifestyle, which includes a fondness for horses, luxury cars, and at one time, keeping exotic pets like a python and an elephant that could shake hands. He once rode to the Bihar Legislative Assembly in a horse-drawn buggy and was also noted for owning a Mercedes car as an MLA. His nomination filings are often grand events, such as a recent one in October 2025 featuring a convoy of over 1,000 vehicles and a feast for more than 20,000 supporters.

Political Timeline of Anant Singh

2025 (October): Filed his nomination papers as a Janata Dal (United) candidate for the Mokama Assembly seat.
2024 (August): Acquitted by the Patna High Court in the Arms Act cases for which he was previously serving a sentence.
2024 (May): Released on a 15-day parole to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections.
2022: Disqualified as an MLA following a 10-year prison sentence in the Arms Act cases.
2020: Joined Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and won the Mokama Assembly election from jail.
2019: Booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act after an AK-47 rifle, hand grenades, and live cartridges were found at his ancestral home. He was convicted in an Arms Act case.
2015: Quit Janata Dal (United) and successfully won the Mokama Assembly seat as an independent candidate. He also received his first conviction in a criminal case.
2010: Re-elected as MLA from Mokama on a Janata Dal (United) ticket.
2007: Allegedly held two journalists hostage in his official bungalow.
2005: First elected as MLA from Mokama constituency on a Janata Dal (United) ticket.
1979: First criminal case, a murder charge, was registered against him, though a chargesheet was never filed.
1967: Born on 5 January in Nadwan, Bihar.

Anant Singh Achievements

Anant Singh has been elected as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Mokama constituency four consecutive times (2005, 2010, 2015, 2020). He holds significant influence in his constituency and among the Bhumihar community in Bihar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Anant Singh)

What are some interesting facts about Anant Singh?
Anant Singh is known for his opulent lifestyle and unique hobbies. He has a fondness for horses and luxury cars, and at one point, owned a python as a pet and an elephant trained to shake hands. He has also been known to make grand political gestures, such as riding to the assembly in a horse-drawn buggy.
What are the criminal charges against Anant Singh?
Anant Singh has faced numerous criminal charges throughout his career. His 2020 election affidavit listed 38 charges, including 7 for murder, 11 for attempt to murder, and 4 for kidnapping. Patna High Court documents indicate a total of 52 cases against him, although he was recently acquitted in Arms Act cases in August 2024.
How many times has Anant Singh been elected as an MLA?
Anant Singh has been elected as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Mokama constituency four consecutive times: in 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020.
What is Anant Singh's nickname?
Anant Singh is popularly known by his nickname 'Chhote Sarkar' (Junior Government) in his constituency and across Bihar.
Who is Anant Singh?
Anant Singh is a well-known political figure from Bihar, India, often called 'Chhote Sarkar'. He is a former Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Mokama constituency, having won elections multiple times representing different parties and as an independent candidate.

Anant Singh Latest News & Updates

Contesting Bihar elections
Filed nomination for 2025 Bihar Assembly elections from Mokama; declared assets of ₹37.88 crore, facing 28 criminal cases.
Arms recovery / UAPA charges- 2019
AK-47, grenades, and ammunition recovered from his ancestral home; booked under UAPA, went into hiding.
Arrest and media confrontation- 2015
Singh was arrested in a kidnapping-murder case; during transfer, a public altercation with Patna police highlighted his influence.
Entry into politics / Mokama win
Anant Singh won the Mokama assembly seat. Already facing multiple criminal charges, including murder, kidnapping, and extortion, he gained notoriety as a local strongman and drew media attention for the criminalization of politics in Bihar.

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