Bihar Elections 2025 Phase 2 Today: Voting starts from 7 am; Who will take the lead in high-stakes battle?

The second phase of Bihar elections 2025 being held today with 37 million voters across 122 seats heading to the polls. Will the ruling NDA hold power or can the Mahagathbandhan overturn the political balance in the state?

Patna: The second and final phase of Bihar elections 2025 is underway today across 122 constituencies in 20 districts. This round will decide the fate of 1,302 candidates, including a dozen sitting ministers. The Bihar elections 2025 results are scheduled to be declared on 14 November.

Polling From 7 AM to 6 PM

Polling starts at 7:00 am and will continue until 6:00 pm. According to the Election Commission of India, 37 million voters, including 17.4 million women, are eligible to vote. A total of 45,399 polling stations have been set up across the state.

Key Ministers and Leaders in the Fray

Prominent leaders contesting in this phase include power minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav from Supaul, industries minister Nitish Mishra from Jhanjharpur, and fisheries resources minister Renu Devi from Bettiah. Several other ministers and influential political figures are also in the race.

NDA and Mahagathbandhan Battle Over Development and Jobs

The ruling NDA is campaigning on its track record of development and governance, while the Mahagathbandhan is focusing on youth issues, unemployment, social justice, and misgovernance. Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party and AIMIM led by Asaduddin Owaisi are also seeking to make an impact.

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Politically Crucial Districts Going to Polls Today

Voting covers significant districts such as Gaya, Nawada, Jamui, Bhagalpur, and Purnia. Both alliances intensified campaigning during the final hours, with senior leaders traveling extensively to consolidate support.

What Are Exit Polls and How Do They Work?

Exit polls are conducted with voters immediately after they cast their ballots to capture actual voting patterns and reasons behind their choices. Unlike pre-election opinion polls, they reflect how people voted. Accuracy depends on sample size, geographic representation, and voters’ willingness to disclose preferences.

Exit Polls to Be Released After Voting Ends

Under Election Commission rules, exit poll results cannot be published while voting is ongoing. For Bihar 2025, exit poll projections will be released after 6:30 pm today. Leading agencies conducting exit polls include Axis My India, C-Voter, Today’s Chanakya, Jan Ki Baat, and IPSOS.

Where and How to Watch Exit Poll Results?

Exit poll results will be accessible on television news channels, polling agencies’ websites, and social media platforms including YouTube live streams.

Counting of Votes Scheduled, Final Results on 14 November

After polling concludes, votes will be counted, and final results are expected on 14 November. The pace of counting may vary depending on voter turnout and other logistics.