Bihar recorded its highest-ever voter turnout of 66.91% in the Assembly elections, following the conclusion of the second phase of polling on Thursday. This marks the state’s best participation rate since 1951.
The second phase witnessed an impressive 68.76% turnout, while the first phase recorded 65.09% voter participation. Notably, women voters outshone men, with 71.6% of women casting their votes compared to 62.8% of men.
Meanwhile, post-poll surveys by various agencies have provided an early snapshot of voter sentiment. According to an exit poll conducted by ENX:
- NDA is projected to win 150–170 seats
- Mahagathbandhan is likely to secure 70–90 seats
- Jan Suraaj may get 0–2 seats
Party-wise vote percentage in Bihar
- NDA- 45.03%
- Mahagathbandhan- 38.50%
- Jan Suraaj- 8.61%
- Others- 7.86%
Key findings
According to the CNX Exit Poll, the NDA is poised for a remarkable comeback, with Nitish Kumar emerging as a key player. The alliance’s projected success is largely attributed to strong support from women, migrant communities and the youth.
The survey highlights that female voters, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas, favored the NDA, citing satisfaction with governance, welfare programs and the liquor prohibition policy.
Meanwhile, the Mahagathbandhan appears weakened by internal friction. Disagreements over seat-sharing and poor on-ground coordination among RJD, INC, Left parties and VIP have undermined the alliance’s effectiveness in several crucial constituencies.
Bihar Election Result
Counting of votes for all 243 constituencies will begin at 8 am on November 14, with the Election Commission releasing results progressively throughout the day as counting concludes.
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