Phase 1 voting for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 is now taking place in 121 constituencies spread across 18 districts. Power shortages at INDIA strongholds are accused by the RJD; thus far, 13% of voters have turned out. Real-time updates on Rahul Gandhi speeches and PM Modi rallies in Bhagalpur and Araria. The fight between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan gets more intense. #BiharElections2025
Polls for the first round of the 2025 Assembly elections, which will focus on 121 constituencies spread over 18 districts, started this morning in Bihar, creating a buzz of excitement. Over 3.75 crore voters lined up at more than 50,000 polling places, from the busy streets of Patna to the rural heartlands of Vaishali and Nalanda. This marked the beginning of a heated contest between the opposition Mahagathbandhan and the ruling NDA alliance. The Election Commission recorded a low voter participation of 13.13% by 9 a.m., and officials advised a calm, fast-paced procedure under strict security.
However, conflict developed out early in the democratic process. A major component of the INDIA alliance, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accused intentional failures of electricity in polling places in their strongholds and made serious accusations of foul play. Party officials reported breakdowns in a number of Patna and Saran district locations, claiming that these were intentional attempts to suppress voting in opposition-leaning areas rather than random occurrences. RJD spokesperson Mritunjay Tiwari angrily declared, "This is a shameless sabotage of democracy," and threatened to take objections to the Election Commission. The opposition's claim of a biased playing field has been strengthened by rare claims of technological difficulties, even though the ECI has not yet confirmed any widespread problems.
The phase covers a wide area of Bihar, including the historic Nalanda, flood-prone Saran, and major cities like Patna Sahib and Bhojpur. With 1,314 candidates fighting for seats, important contests here might determine the course of the next four phases. Heavyweights from both parties were among the early voters: RJD founder Lalu Prasad Yadav, with his wife Rabri Devi, inked his finger at a Patna station, blessing his sons Tejashwi and Tej Pratap Yadav, who are running from Hasanpur and Raghopur, respectively. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary of the NDA cast his vote in Vaishali, demonstrating his faith in the alliance's development plan.
The campaign journey intensifies as more votes are cast. In order to counter the opposition's demand for a caste census, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to energize NDA supporters with back-to-back rallies in Araria and Bhagalpur today, emphasizing promises of jobs and infrastructure. Modi is anticipated to repeat "Vikas over vinash," referencing his recent blitz of 12 events held throughout the state. While Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Union Home Minister Amit Shah each plan three loud gatherings to mobilize their supporters, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi prepares for two heated speeches that focus on "vote chori" charges against the BJP.
After a challenging term filled with alliance changes and welfare programs, Nitish Kumar's JD(U)-BJP alliance hopes to hold onto power, while Tejashwi Yadav's RJD-led front depends on youth disappointment and social justice promises. Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party adds a wildcard twist by aggressively competing in certain areas.
Today's vote could change the course of events, with Phase 2 scheduled for November 11 and results due on November 14. Parts of Munger and Begusarai are expected to experience periodic rainfall, while polling equipment continues to run. Every ballot in Bihar's harsh election battlefield tells its own story, so stay tuned to REAL BREAKING NEWS for real-time dispatches, constituency breakdowns, and soundbites from prominent campaigners.
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