Bihar Polls: Phir ek baar, NDA sarkar, PM Modi boasts at election rally in Araria

Araria: 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). Emphasizing the Power of the Vote 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.” Bihar phase 1 polling underway; PM Modi urges people to vote with ‘full enthusiasm’ According to the Prime Minister, this era caused Bihar’s misfortune and crushed the aspirations of the next generation. A Record Crowd in Araria Highlighting the overwhelming turnout at the rally, PM Modi praised the scale of the event. “I see that such a huge pandal has been built. I applaud your courage. No one dares to build such a large pandal,” he remarked. Observing from a helicopter, he noted that thousands more were arriving on foot outside the venue, signaling massive public enthusiasm. “This scene in itself makes it clear what the election result will be,” the Prime Minister added. Commitment to Youth Aspirations PM Modi addressed the younger audience directly, assuring them that their ambitions are a priority for his government. “Your dreams are my pledge,” he said, urging young voters to exercise their right to vote and contribute to Bihar’s development. The Prime Minister highlighted the government’s focus on education, employment, and empowerment initiatives aimed at Bihar’s youth. Bihar Polls Phase 1: Patna records lowest polling; Who’s leading the voter turnout race? Call for NDA Government Once Again Reiterating the NDA’s vision for Bihar, PM Modi concluded his rally with a call to voters for continuity. “Only one voice is coming from all corners of Bihar, ‘Fir Ek Baar NDA Sarkaar,’” he said, appealing to the electorate to support the NDA in the upcoming assembly elections. Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 The Bihar Assembly Elections are scheduled later this year, and political parties across the state are ramping up campaigns. PM Modi’s rally in Araria was one of the first major public gatherings by a national leader in the region, reflecting the strategic importance of the constituency for the NDA. With large crowds and strong public messaging, the Prime Minister’s campaign in Araria aimed to consolidate support and energize voters ahead of the polls, highlighting governance, development, and youth aspirations as central themes.