Bihar's political landscape is ablaze with fervor as the first phase of the 2025 assembly elections draws near on November 6. High-stakes rallies by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and key opposition figures have electrified the state, turning the campaign into a high-octane battleground.
On Sunday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi unleashed a blistering critique of Modi during a rally in Begusarai supporting Mahagathbandhan candidate Amita Bhushan. Modi is nothing but a puppet in the hands of Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, Gandhi charged.Also Read: The Oldest World No. 1 in Tennis History: Bopanna Ends His 22-Year Professional Journey!
He further accused the Prime Minister of buckling under pressure from US President Donald Trump, mocking his famed "56-inch chest" as shrinking in fear. Gandhi claimed Modi had shelved "Operation Sindhur," an alleged initiative, and lambasted the Nitish Kumar government for reducing Bihar's youth to mere laborers, depriving them of opportunities.
The NDA alliance fired back with gusto. Modi is set to headline a grand "Mega Road Show" in Patna today, followed by addresses at multiple rallies to bolster the coalition's prospects. Home Minister Amit Shah rallied supporters in Muzaffarpur, while Nitish Kumar, speaking in Tarapur, urged voters to reflect on his 20-year tenure.ANNI DESIGNER Women's Anarkali Kurta Set with Dupatta | Pure Cotton Suit Set for Women | Ajrakh Print Kurta Palazzo Dupatta Set | 3 Piece Ethnic Wear for Festival & Party
We have firmly placed Bihar on the path of development, he declared. Bihari' today stands for pride—not prejudice. Grant us another mandate to continue this journey. The NDA unveiled its "Sankalp Patra" manifesto on Saturday, outlining promises on infrastructure, jobs, and governance.
The opposition Mahagathbandhan, led by RJD's Tejashwi Yadav, is mounting a fierce counteroffensive with a barrage of rallies across the state. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra amplified the attack on Saturday, proclaiming, The countdown to dismantle the BJP-JDU regime has begun.Also Read: Metro Staff Safely Reunite 6-Year-Old Girl with Parents After She Went Missing at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station!
The alliance rolled out its "Bihar Ka Tejswi Pran" manifesto, positioning Yadav as the formidable challenger to the NDA's chief ministerial pick ironically, also Tejashwi Yadav in a twist of political nomenclature confusion, underscoring the high stakes for Bihar's leadership.
With 7.42 crore registered voters 3.92 crore men and 3.5 crore women the electorate includes 14 lakh first-time voters and 4 lakh seniors. Polling will unfold across 90,712 stations on November 6 and 11, with results declared on November 14. A recent JVC survey projects the NDA securing 120-140 seats, giving it an edge, but anti-incumbency sentiments and pledges on employment could sway the tide. Also Read: Ram Ji Gang' Trapped: Producer Ravi Gowda's Stolen Hard Disk Recovered, One Arrested..!!
Wild cards like Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party and Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM add layers of unpredictability to this fiercely contested poll.The elections hinge on governance critiques, job creation vows, and coalition dynamics, promising a nail-biting verdict on Bihar's future.READ ALSO: Metro Staff Safely Reunite 6-Year-Old Girl with Parents After She Went Missing at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station!