Early Life and Family Background
Siddharth Singh (often referred in public records and media as Siddharth Saurav) is the son of Dr. Utpal Kant Singh, a well-known paediatrician in Patna and the greater Bihar region. (Medindia) Dr. Utpal Kant Singh’s reputation as a medical professional — especially in pediatrics — has given the family a notable social standing in Patna and neighboring districts. (Medindia)
Siddharth hails from Bihta (Patna district) and is typically associated with Amhara (Amhara / Amhara village) in voter/residential records. (Affidavit) He comes from a Rajput family (by caste identity), as many local biographical sources affirm. (Chunav Sathi)
Educationally, Siddharth completed his Class 12 (senior secondary) at Science College, Patna, in 1999. (Wikipedia) Some older reports also mention that he did his Class X from Don Bosco Academy, Patna. (The Times of India) He is recorded in electoral affidavits as having “parental income, agriculturist and salary” as his declared profession. (MyNeta)
On the personal front, Siddharth is married and has children (a son and a daughter) — this was stated by his father in a 2016 media report. (Telegraph India)
Political Career & Trajectory
Entry into Electoral Politics
Siddharth’s first known political foray was in the 2015 Bihar Legislative Assembly election from the Bikram constituency (Patna district). He contested as a candidate (then affiliated with the Indian National Congress) and won. (Election Pandit) He thereby became the MLA of Bikram for his first term (2015–2020). (Wikipedia)
In the 2020 Assembly elections, he again contested from Bikram (as a Congress candidate) and won decisively, defeating his nearest rival by a significant margin. (Wikipedia) The margin was about 35,460 votes. (Wikipedia)
His declared assets in 2020 were over ₹2.77 crores and he had pending legal cases disclosed in his affidavit. (MyNeta)
Party Switch & Realignment
As of February 2024, Siddharth Saurav made a notable political shift by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leaving the Congress. (Wikipedia) This shift came just ahead of general elections, and was part of broader moves by some Congress and RJD legislators in Bihar to align with BJP ahead of the electoral wave. (Wikipedia)
Thus, although formally known as a Congress MLA during his terms, Siddharth’s current political allegiance (as of early 2024) lies with the BJP. (Wikipedia)
Legislative Focus & Local Work
During his tenure as MLA, Siddharth’s work is often described in local media as focused on rural infrastructure, local development, and constituency issue resolution (roads, drainage, water, basic amenities). However, public disclosures of legislative performance (e.g. attendance, questions raised, assembly debates) are not easily available in major national databases.
Because Bikram is part of the Pataliputra Lok Sabha constituency (along with Danapur, Maner, Phulwari, Masaurhi, Paliganj) (Wikipedia), his work often overlaps with larger developmental schemes tied to Pataliputra-level politics.
His declared profession — “parental income, agriculturist and salary” — suggests he maintained a link to family agricultural assets alongside his political role. (MyNeta)
Controversies & Legal Matters
No public figure in Bihar politics escapes scrutiny, and Siddharth’s career has had several controversies, some serious. Below is a summary:
1. Alleged Shooting / Murder Case (Juvenile Period)
Some local / blog sources allege that Siddharth Singh was convicted in a sensational murder case when he was a minor: reports claim that at age 15 he fired at a young man named Abhishek Kumar, outside a coaching centre, in connection with a girl. (indicivil.blogspot.com) These sources are not from major media outlets, and the claims are often repeated in political smear stories; there is no strong, verifiable court record in mainstream outlets validating those allegations conclusively.
Because these claims are based on blog posts and rumor-type narrative, they must be treated cautiously. I found no high-court or Supreme Court verified record confirming the conviction.
2. Abduction / Kidnapping Case (2016)
A high-profile case from January 2016 accused Siddharth (as sitting MLA) of abducting an 18-year-old girl from Masaurhi. (The Indian Express) The FIR was lodged by a schoolteacher (the girl’s father), alleging that he, his associates, or bodyguards had forcibly taken the girl from her home or hostel. (Telegraph India)
More specifically, media reported that the girl (named Nidhi in some coverage) claimed her father was forcing her into a marriage she did not consent to, and alleged that she was “picked up” by the MLA and later rescued from a hostel. (The Pioneer) Siddharth surrendered to police and was interrogated. (The Pioneer)
However, the outcome of that case (whether charges held, acquittal, or ongoing) is not clearly documented in credible media sources I found.
3. Political Smears & Media Allegations
In older news from 2010, a Times of India article referenced that Siddharth (then about 29) had spent time in jail (though context is unclear) and that his candidature invited questions about motives and electability. (The Times of India) Another older news item said he was contesting from LJP (Lok Janshakti Party) ticket (some stray affiliation) from Bikram, with media labeling him a “convict of a sensational murder case.” (The Times of India)
Because much of this pre-2015 material is dated, ambiguous, or presented in a sensationalist tone, I would recommend careful fact-checking and legal record/RTI verification if using in serious publication.
4. Family & Reputation Pressures
Given his father’s status as a renowned paediatrician, some critics argue that Siddharth leveraged family influence and wealth in local politics, sometimes overshadowing grassroots mobilization. (The Times of India) In local reportage, rival commentators have questioned his legitimacy in rural politics, pointing out that “he spent much time in jail” or “why would he need to contest elections when his father can deliver many favours.” (The Times of India)
These allegations are more narrative or local gossip than documented prosecutions, but they form part of his public image — particularly in opposition journalism and competitor rhetoric.
Public Image, Strengths & Challenges
Strengths & Political Assets
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Family Legacy & Influence: Having a father with reputation and societal standing gives Siddharth a certain social capital in Patna and neighboring districts.
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Electoral Success & Strong Margins: Winning twice from Bikram underscores his ability to mobilize or consolidate support in his constituency.
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Flexibility & Political Realignment: His move from Congress to BJP in 2024 suggests he is willing to adapt to shifting political winds, which can be an advantage in Indian state politics.
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Focus on Local Issues: In local media coverage, his supporters point to on-ground work — repairing roads, addressing drainage or water supply problems — as credible value addition.
Challenges & Criticisms
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Legal & Allegation Overhangs: The abduction case and the murkier childhood allegations create a persistent shadow over his reputation.
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Transparency & Legislative Record: There is limited public data on his legislative performance in Bihar Assembly debates, questions, or attendance — a gap many critics point out.
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Political Identity vs. Constituency Connect: Because his family has medical and land wealth, critics sometimes portray him as disconnected from grassroots rural life.
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Party Loyalty Perception: Switching parties is not rare in Indian politics, but it can earn accusations of opportunism, especially from opponents.
Current Status & Outlook (as of 2025)
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Siddharth Saurav remains the MLA for Bikram Assembly constituency (as last elected in 2020). (Wikipedia)
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With his switch to BJP in 2024, he is likely repositioning himself for the next electoral phase, with greater alignment to center and state government support networks. (Wikipedia)
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Observers will watch whether he can consolidate a new support base under the BJP umbrella or whether his past controversies will resurface as political liabilities.
Top Interesting Facts & Trivia
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Name Variants: Though commonly called Siddharth Singh, in electoral and public records he is also known as Siddharth Saurav. (Wikipedia)
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Youthful Candidature: When he first contested in 2015, many local reports saw him as a young, energetic candidate, in contrast to more senior, older politicians.
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Declared Asset Jump: His declared assets crossed ₹2.77 crores in the 2020 affidavit, making him relatively well off among many state legislators. (MyNeta)
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Family’s Medical Heritage: His father, Dr. Utpal Kant Singh, was a prominent pediatrician practiced not just in Patna but in neighboring states, giving the family reach beyond just politics. (Medindia)
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Abduction Accusation Drama: The 2016 abduction case attracted intense media attention in Bihar; at one stage, Nidhi (the girl) alleged forced marriage, and the case triggered public and political fallout. (The Pioneer)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is Siddharth Singh the same person as Siddharth Saurav?
A1: Yes. Many media, electoral, and public sources refer to him as Siddharth Saurav (or Siddharth Utpalkant Singh). Siddharth Singh is the colloquial name often used in local media. (India Leader)
Q2: What is his current political party?
A2: Though he won elections as a Congress MLA, he officially joined the BJP in February 2024. (Wikipedia)
Q3: What was the result of the 2016 abduction case?
A3: I was unable to find credible, verified media sources confirming the final legal outcome (acquittal or conviction). The case remained under criminal investigation and was an active controversy in media at the time.
Q4: Did he serve jail time? If so, for what?
A4: Some older media reports state he “spent time in jail” and that a sensational murder case in his youth is associated with his name. (The Times of India) However, those reports are not corroborated by clear judicial records in mainstream sources, so they remain allegations unless verified via court documents or RTI.
Q5: What is his declared profession or source of income?
A5: In his 2020 election affidavit, he listed “parental income, agriculturist and salary” as his declared profession. (MyNeta)
Q6: Which constituency does he represent?
A6: He represents the Bikram Assembly constituency in Patna district, Bihar. (Wikipedia)
Q7: What is his educational qualification?
A7: He completed Class 12 (senior secondary) from Science College, Patna, in 1999. Some older reports also mention schooling at Don Bosco Academy for Class X. (Wikipedia)
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