NEW DELHI: The final and decisive phase of polling for the Bihar Assembly Elections is taking place today, with approximately 3.7 crore voters set to cast their ballots to determine the state's political future. The fate of a total of 1,302 candidates will be sealed in the voting machines in this phase.

Bihar's Final Battle

This phase will complete the election process, serving as a litmus test for the political survival of leaders from major parties including JDU, BJP, RJD, and Congress, among others. Voters have been arriving at polling stations since the morning to cast their votes enthusiastically. The Election Commission has implemented strict security arrangements to prevent any untoward incidents. The voting process is being conducted in compliance with COVID-19 guidelines.

By-polls in 8 Constituencies Across the Country

Along with the final phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections, By-polls are also being held today for 8 vacant Assembly constituencies across various states in the country. These by-elections are expected to influence the regional political equations in their respective states. The counting of votes and announcement of results for all these elections will take place soon, maintaining intense curiosity in the political circles until then.