Bihar Phase 1 Polls: 121 Seats, Key Battles & High-Stakes Showdown
The Bihar Assembly elections 2024 begin with a high-voltage Phase 1 battle, covering 121 seats across 16 districts. From Mokama’s prestige fight to Tejashwi Yadav’s Raghopur contest and Tej Pratap Yadav’s rebellion, here’s a breakdown of the political showdown.
Top 3 Key Contests in Phase 1
1. Mokama – RJD vs JD(U) Power Struggle
- RJD’s Anant Singh (ex-MLA) faces JD(U)’s Akhilesh Singh in this high-profile seat.
- Mokama has been an RJD stronghold, but JD(U) and BJP are pushing hard to flip it.
- A test of caste equations (Yadavs, Bhumihars) and local influence.
2. Tejashwi Yadav (Raghopur) – Opposition’s CM Face
- RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav (2-time winner) vs BJP’s Satish Kumar.
- Focuses on unemployment crisis, promises 10 lakh jobs.
- Will anti-Nitish Kumar sentiment help him win big?
3. Tej Pratap Yadav (Hasanpur) – The Family Rebel
- Tejashwi’s brother contests as LJP-Ram Vilas candidate vs JD(U)’s Manoj Singh.
- His rebellion adds drama to the RJD-LJP split dynamics.
Major Election Issues in Phase 1
- Jobs & Migration: Opposition targets NDA over unemployment.
- Law & Order: RJD accuses BJP-JD(U) of failing on governance.
- Caste Factor: Yadavs, EBCs, and Muslims crucial in key seats.
Who’s Fighting? NDA vs Mahagathbandhan vs LJP Split
- NDA (BJP+JD(U)+VIP+HAM) – Banking on Nitish’s governance + Modi’s appeal.
- Mahagathbandhan (RJD+Congress+Left) – Tejashwi leads with youth & jobs pitch.
- LJP Split – Chirag Paswan & Pashupati Paras may divide anti-NDA votes.
Voter Turnout & Key Districts to Watch
- Gaya, Patna, Nalanda, Samastipur – Major battlegrounds.
- High turnout? Could signal anti-incumbency or Nitish’s hold.
What’s at Stake in Bihar Phase 1?
- Nitish Kumar: Can he secure a historic 4th term amid discontent?
- Tejashwi Yadav: Will his CM ambitions gain momentum?
- BJP: Will Modi’s wave offset local anti-government mood?
Final Takeaway
Phase 1 sets the tone for Bihar’s political future. With rebel candidates, caste dynamics, and a tight race, all eyes are on November 10 results.
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