The Bihar Legislative Assembly Elections 2025 are hurtling toward their finale, with results slated for declaration on Friday, November 14.
Polling unfolded across two phases on November 6 and 11, and now, major exit polls from leading agencies overwhelmingly point to a resounding victory for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), potentially cementing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's hold on power.Naixa Women's Chanderi Viscose Embroidered Straight Kurta with Pant and Dupatta Sets (NX-S-Sanvi)
What Are Exit Polls?
Exit polls are a cornerstone of election analysis, capturing voter sentiment in real-time. As ballots are cast, researchers stationed outside polling stations conduct instant interviews with exiting voters, inquiring about their choices without influencing the vote.
This raw data is then statistically extrapolated to forecast outcomes offering a sneak peek at the verdict hours before official tallies emerge. Also Read: Car Sunroof Misuse: Transport Department Warns of Strict Action After Children's Lives Are Endangered
By law in India, these polls are embargoed until the final phase of voting concludes, ensuring the process remains untainted.The projections paint a clear picture NDA is eyeing 133–160 seats in the 243-member assembly, eclipsing the 122-seat majority mark, while the opposition Mahagathbandhan (MGB) trails at 70–102 seats. Smaller players like Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraj Party (JSP) may snag a handful. Here's a breakdown of the key exit poll forecasts.
Pollster | NDA Seats | MGB Seats | JSP Seats | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dainik Bhaskar | 145–160 | 73–91 | - | - |
Matrix | 147–167 | 70–90 | - | - |
Axis My India | 121–141 | 98–118 | - | - |
Today's Chanakya | 148–178 | 66–89 | - | - |
Janara Insight | 133–148 | 87–102 | 0–2 | 3–6 |
Janara Pulse | 133–159 | 75–101 | 0–5 | - |
DVC Research | 137–152 | 83–98 | 2–4 | - |
Celebrations are already brewing in NDA circles the BJP has whipped up a whopping 501 kg of laddus to mark their anticipated sweep. Also Read: 8 Terrorists Plotted Serial Blasts Across 4 Indian Cities: Jaish-e-Mohammed Suspected
Yet, undeterred, MGB's chief ministerial hopeful Tejashwi Yadav exudes confidence, boldly proclaiming that a regime change is imminent and the winds of power are shifting.
As Bihar holds its breath, these polls underscore a polarized battleground, but the true story will unfold tomorrow.Also Read: Pune Woman Loses ₹99 Lakh to Cyber Scam Involving Forged Documents