Bihar Elections 2025: Counting Begins Tomorrow – All Eyes on Exit Polls
The political future of Bihar hangs in the balance as the counting of votes for the 2025 Assembly Elections starts tomorrow. With exit polls showing a tight contest between the Mahagathbandhan (RJD-JD(U)-Congress) and the BJP-led NDA, Bihar is bracing for a nail-biting finish.
Exit Polls: Conflicting Predictions
Post-poll surveys present a divided verdict. While some favor the Mahagathbandhan, others predict an NDA edge:
- Axis My India: Mahagathbandhan 120-135 seats, NDA 105-120.
- Republic-PMARQ: NDA 130-140, Mahagathbandhan 95-110.
- Today’s Chanakya: NDA 150+ seats.
Analysts remain split—will Tejashwi Yadav’s welfare promises prevail, or will Modi’s rallies and Hindutva push secure an NDA win?
Key Deciding Factors
- Caste vs. Development
- Mahagathbandhan banks on Muslim-Yadav (MY) votes and EBC job quotas.
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NDA relies on Modi’s appeal, Hindutva, and Nitish Kumar’s Kurmi/Mahadalit base.
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Youth & Jobs
- Tejashwi’s “10 lakh jobs” pledge resonated with young voters.
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BJP countered with “double-engine sarkar” for faster infrastructure.
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Last-Minute Swings
- HAM’s return to NDA may hurt Mahagathbandhan’s Dalit outreach.
- AIMIM and CPI(ML) could play spoilers in close fights.
What to Watch Tomorrow
- Early Trends (8:30 AM – 11 AM): Mahagathbandhan leading 60+ seats by 10 AM could signal victory.
- Bellwether Seats: Madhepura, Bhagalpur, and Purnia often mirror the final outcome.
- Record Turnout: 58% women/youth voting may disrupt predictions.
Political Reactions
- Tejashwi Yadav (RJD): “Exit polls are guesses; Bihar voted for progress.”
- Sushil Modi (BJP): “Silent voters back Modi’s vision—NDA will win.”
- Nitish Kumar (JD-U): Silent, but insiders hint at contingency plans.
Market & Social Media Buzz
Stocks eye an NDA win, while #BiharResults2025 trends dominate Twitter/WhatsApp with memes and debates.
Final Verdict: Exit Polls vs. Reality?
Bihar has a history of shocking pollsters (e.g., 2015’s Nitish-Lalu sweep). Will 2025 follow the exit polls or spring a surprise?
Stay tuned for live updates, seat-wise results, and expert analysis tomorrow!
(Disclaimer: Exit polls are indicative. Official results declared by ECI.)
