The Bihar Assembly elections of 2025 have concluded, and the counting of votes took place today, November 14, 2025. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has emerged as the dominant force, securing a majority in the 243-member assembly.
Early trends indicated a close contest, but as the counting progressed, the NDA, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, gained a significant lead. The NDA's performance marks a significant victory, exceeding even the predictions of most exit polls. The Mahagathbandhan, led by Tejashwi Yadav, fell behind despite initial expectations.
Key Highlights from the Results:
- NDA's Dominance: The NDA is leading in a significant number of seats, establishing a clear majority.
- BJP's Strong Performance: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has performed strongly, leading in a substantial number of constituencies.
- JD(U)'s Contribution: Janata Dal United (JD(U)), led by Nitish Kumar, has also contributed significantly to the NDA's tally.
- Mahagathbandhan's Performance: The Mahagathbandhan, while initially competitive, has not been able to secure enough seats to form a government. Tejashwi Yadav is trailing in Raghopur.
- Other Parties: The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) and Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) have also secured leads in several seats.
- Historic Voter Turnout: The state registered a historic voter turnout of 67.13% in the two-phase elections.
Key Candidates and Constituencies:
- In Alinagar, BJP's Maithili Thakur is leading.
- In Jamui, BJP's Shreyasi Singh is leading.
- In Mokama, JD(U)'s Anant Kumar Singh is leading.
- Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha is trailing in Lakhisarai.
Overall Trends and Analysis:
The results indicate a strong mandate for the NDA in Bihar. The NDA's success can be attributed to a combination of factors, including effective governance, social alliances, and strong campaigning. The Mahagathbandhan, despite its efforts, was unable to counter the NDA's momentum. The election results will have significant implications for the political landscape of Bihar and the future direction of the state.
The counting process was closely monitored by the Election Commission of India (ECI), with results and trends being updated regularly on their official websites.
