Bihar Election 2025: Live Vote Counting Starts at 8 AM
Bihar is at the center of attention today as the counting of votes begins. This crucial event will determine the political landscape of the state, especially for Nitish Kumar, the chief minister of the Janata Dal (United) party. Kumar is aiming for an unprecedented fifth term in office.
Bihar Election 2025: Key Facts and Figures
The recent elections for the 243-member Bihar Assembly took place in two phases on November 6 and November 11, achieving a remarkable voter turnout of 67.13%. The total electorate eligible to vote was 7.45 crore, with 2,616 candidates vying for election.
Major Political Players
Two main political alliances are in focus:
- National Democratic Alliance (NDA): Comprising Janata Dal (United) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), among others.
- India Block: Led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), which includes Congress and other leftist parties.
Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the RJD and the chief ministerial candidate for the India Block, has strongly opposed the forecasts indicating a clean sweep for the NDA. He asserts that his alliance will secure a significant victory.
Vote Counting and Results Timeline
The vote counting commenced at 8 AM today, with results expected to begin coming in around 9 AM. The Election Commission has set up 46 counting centers throughout 38 districts in Bihar, facilitating the timely processing of votes.
Notable Candidates to Watch
Key candidates in this election cycle include:
- Nitish Kumar (JD(U))
- Tejashwi Yadav (RJD)
- Samrat Choudhary (Deputy Chief Minister)
- Vijay Kumar Sinha (Deputy Chief Minister)
- Tej Pratap (Janshakti Janata Dal)
- Rajesh Kumar (Bihar Congress president)
As these results unfold, all eyes are on Bihar. The implications for the state and the broader political dynamics in India could be significant.
