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Bihar Election Results 2025 LIVE: Vote Counting Begins at 8 AM
The political future of Bihar will be decided today as the counting of votes for the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections begins at 8 AM. The high-stakes contest between the NDA (Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) + BJP) and the Mahagathbandhan (RJD + Congress + Left) will shape the state’s governance for the next five years. Stay tuned to NDTV for live updates, seat-wise results, and expert commentary as the verdict unfolds.
Key Contenders & Major Alliances
The election has been a direct clash between two major coalitions:
- NDA (Nitish Kumar + BJP): The ruling alliance, led by CM Nitish Kumar, is banking on its governance record and welfare schemes.
- Mahagathbandhan (RJD + Congress + Left): Tejashwi Yadav’s RJD, along with Congress and Left parties, has campaigned on issues like unemployment, social justice, and alleged governance failures.
Smaller parties like Chirag Paswan’s LJP and AIMIM could play a kingmaker role in case of a hung assembly.
Exit Poll Predictions: Close Contest Ahead?
Recent exit polls show a tight race between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan:
- NDA: 110-130 seats (Majority mark: 122)
- Mahagathbandhan: 90-115 seats
- Others (AIMIM, LJP, Independents): 10-20 seats
Note: Exit polls have a margin of error—surprises are possible!
4 Key Factors That Could Decide Bihar’s Future
- Nitish Kumar’s Last Stand? At 74, will voters back his development agenda or seek change under Tejashwi Yadav?
- BJP’s Hindutva vs. RJD’s Social Engineering: The BJP’s OBC outreach faces RJD’s Yadav-Muslim-Dalit consolidation.
- Jobs & Inflation: Rising unemployment and price hikes dominated opposition campaigns.
- AIMIM’s Role: Owaisi’s party could split minority votes in Seemanchal, hurting RJD’s prospects.
How to Watch Bihar Election Results LIVE
- 📺 TV: NDTV, Republic TV, Times Now
- 🌐 Online: NDTV.com, Election Commission’s website
- 📱 Social Media: Follow #BiharElection2025 for trending updates
Final Verdict: Clear Win or Hung Assembly?
If exit polls hold, Bihar may see a close finish. A clear majority ensures stability, while a hung assembly could lead to intense negotiations. Smaller parties may become powerbrokers in forming the government.
🔴 LIVE NOW: Stay with NDTV for minute-by-minute Bihar election results, expert insights, and breaking news!
(Last Updated: 7:30 AM | Counting begins at 8 AM)
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