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Voting is underway for 121 seats across 18 districts in the first phase of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Key constituencies in this phase include those of Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav, the Deputy CM, and other leaders. The second phase of voting will take place on November 11, and the results will be declared on November 14.
Bihar Assembly Election Voting Underway
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a public rally in Sitamarhi on Thursday, criticizing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress for allegedly undermining Bihar’s youth and tarnishing the state’s identity. Speaking to a large gathering, the CM highlighted the contributions of Bihar’s young population while attacking opposition parties ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a public rally in Sitamarhi on Thursday, criticizing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress for allegedly undermining Bihar’s youth and tarnishing the state’s identity. Speaking to a large gathering, the CM highlighted the contributions of Bihar’s young population while attacking opposition parties ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
On the occasion of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, International Delegate Steven De Widle, Deputy Head of Mission, Belgium, visited polling stations at the Market Committee in Ara, Bhojpur district.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed a large election rally in Araria, emphasizing the significance of voters’ choices and highlighting the progress Bihar could achieve under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
During his address, PM Modi underscored the transformative impact of citizens’ votes, recalling Bihar’s political journey. “Your grandparents’ one vote had made Bihar the land of social justice,” he said. Reflecting on the 1990s, he criticized the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) government, calling it a period of “jungle raj,” characterized by “pistol, cruelty, corruption, and misgovernance.”
Bhojpuri superstar and power star Pawan Singh cast his vote today morning in his ancestral village Jokheri, Barhara constituency, at Booth No. 152. He urged people to strengthen democracy, saying, ‘Voting is not just a right, but the strongest force to shape our future.’
Bhojpuri superstar and power star Pawan Singh cast his vote today morning in his ancestral village Jokheri, Barhara constituency, at Booth No. 152. He urged people to strengthen democracy, saying, ‘Voting is not just a right, but the strongest force to shape our future.’… pic.twitter.com/4ReRMVQI8R
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In Bihar, voting began in the first phase at 45,341 polling stations across 115 assembly constituencies from 7 am to 6 pm. Voting continues at 2,135 polling stations across six assembly constituencies from 7 am to 5 pm. The fate of 16 ministers will be sealed in EVMs today. Let's find out who is contesting against these 16 ministers.
Voting percentage in the 2020 Assembly elections (as of 9 am)
In Bihar, voting began in the first phase at 45,341 polling stations across 115 assembly constituencies from 7 am to 6 pm. Voting continues at 2,135 polling stations across six assembly constituencies from 7 am to 5 pm. The fate of 16 ministers will be sealed in EVMs today. Let's find out who is contesting against these 16 ministers.
Voting percentage in the 2020 Assembly elections (as of 9 am)
The Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar firmly rejected claims made by the RJD regarding intermittent power cuts at the party’s strong booths. According to the CEO, “This allegation is completely baseless and misleading. Voting is taking place smoothly at all polling stations in Bihar. The Election Commission is following all standard protocols to ensure a fair and uninterrupted process.”
Union Minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) National President Chirag Paswan cast his vote in Khagaria during the first phase. He said that every vote plays a crucial role in Bihar’s development and in forming a stable government.
The first phase of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections saw a steady voter turnout, with an overall participation rate of 27.65% recorded at 11 AM, as per the latest data released by the Election Commission. This phase covers 121 constituencies across 18 districts, including key regions like Patna, Muzaffarpur, and Gopalganj.
Minister Sanjay Saraogi’s fate hangs in the balance in Darbhanga, where 11.52% of votes have been counted so far. Darbhanga city is a BJP stronghold, and Saraogi has represented this seat five consecutive times.
In the first phase of the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, women voters are showing active participation.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar and both the ECs have reached the Control Room in ECI to monitor the CCTVs installed in 100% polling stations for the first time.
In Bihar, voter turnout remains below the state average of 27.65% in Patna, Shekhpura (26.04%), Darbhanga (26.07%), Munger (26.68%) & Bhojpur (26.76%). Other districts like Buxar, Madhepura, Muzaffarpur, Saharsa, Samastipur & Siwan show a better turnout.
Senior BJP leader and Patna Sahib MP Ravi Shankar Prasad visited the Women’s College polling station in Patna with his family to cast his vote. After voting, he expressed confidence in an NDA government returning to power. His wife and son also appealed to voters to actively participate in the election.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar set the tone for the first phase of the 2025 Assembly elections by casting his vote at a polling station in Bakhtiyarpur on Thursday morning. Arriving with a small entourage, he exercised his franchise, proudly displayed his inked finger to the media, and urged citizens to participate actively in the democratic process.
BJP leader and actor Dinesh Lal Yadav ‘Nirahua’ cast his vote in the first phase, saying, “This is a grand festival of democracy. Everyone should step out and vote for Bihar’s progress.” He urged voters to remember that voting is their greatest right and should be exercised responsibly.
Voting is currently underway for 121 seats in the first phase of the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections. Across the state, polling has seen active participation from voters, reflecting the public’s interest in the democratic process.
As of 11 am, an average voter turnout of 27.65% has been recorded statewide. This early-morning figure indicates a steady engagement of the electorate in the initial hours of polling.
In Samastipur district, voter turnout stands at 25.11%, showing that people are arriving at polling stations in significant numbers. The atmosphere at the booths reflects enthusiasm and participation, highlighting the importance voters are giving to this crucial phase of the elections.
As the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections is underway, Union Minister Giriraj Singh stirred a fresh controversy with remarks calling for stringent checks on burqa-clad women voters to prevent “fraudulent voting.”
Singh’s comments, made after he cast his vote in Begusarai, quickly drew widespread attention and criticism for allegedly targeting a specific community.
The first phase of Bihar Assembly elections in 2025 has revealed striking contrasts in candidates’ wealth. Ran Kaushal Pratap Singh, also known as Guddu Singh, a builder contesting from Lauriya in West Champaran as a Vikassheel Insaan Party candidate, tops the list with assets worth Rs 373 crore. He is contesting in the second phase of the elections on November 11.
A 16-member delegation from 7 countries - Indonesia, Colombia, Philippines, France, Belgium, South Africa & Thailand -visited Bihar to observe the voting process under ECI’s International Voter Education Program (IEVP).
Ravi Shankar Prasad cast his vote
Patna: Voting is underway today for 121 seats across 18 districts in the first phase of the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections. RJD leader Lalu Yadav said, "The roti must keep turning from the pan, otherwise..." and made his own political comment.
The electoral focus seats for this phase include:
Raghopur: Tejashwi Yadav's stronghold
Mahua and Tarapur: Tej Pratap Yadav and Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary's constituencies
Alinagar: Singer Maithili Thakur contesting on a BJP ticket
Lakhisarai: Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha's seat
Mokama: JDU candidate, strongman Anant Singh, who was arrested in a murder case
Raghunathpur: Osama Shahab, son of the late Mohammad Shahabuddin, in the fray
Following the first phase of voting, the second phase will see voting for 122 seats on November 11. The election results will be declared on November 14.
The political picture of the state may change in this election, because the seats of many reputed and controversial leaders are being considered decisive this time.
