Will NDA Maintain Its Dominance Over Mahagathbandhan in Bihar Assembly Results?
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Synopsis
As Bihar's vote counting progresses, the NDA showcases a strong lead against the Mahagathbandhan. With early trends showing JD(U) as the leading party, the stakes rise for both alliances. Will the NDA retain its power or will change sweep Bihar? Discover the latest updates and insights into this critical election.
Key Takeaways
- NDA leads with 127 seats.
- JD(U) is the largest party.
- Mahagathbandhan struggles with 42 seats.
- Over 70 crore voters participated.
- Counting under strict security.
Patna, Nov 14 (NationPress) As the vote counting for the Bihar Assembly elections kicked off on Friday, the preliminary trends from the Election Commission indicate a substantial lead for the NDA and a disappointment for the Mahagathbandhan. By 10 AM, the Election Commission reported the NDA leading in 127 seats, while the grand alliance secured leads in 42 constituencies.
A significant highlight from these early trends is the JD(U) ascending to the top position, emerging as the single largest party.
The counting process for all 243 Assembly seats began at 8 a.m., starting with the verification of postal ballots, followed by the counting of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) votes from 8:30 a.m., conducted under stringent multi-tier security across the state.
As per the Election Commission of India's early updates at 10:00 a.m., the BJP was leading in 50 seats, JD(U) in 58, LJP(RV) in 15, and HAMS in four. On the opposing side, the RJD was leading in 30 seats, Congress in 10, and CPI(ML)(L) in 2.
Candidates from both alliances expressed confidence in their results. NDA leaders claimed that the people of Bihar have reaffirmed their trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's assurances and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's efforts towards the state's progress.
Conversely, the Mahagathbandhan, spearheaded by the RJD, asserted that Bihar had “voted for change” and showed optimism that Tejashwi Yadav would lead the next government.
The counting operations are being managed by 243 Returning Officers and an equal number of Counting Observers appointed by the Election Commission.
More than 18,000 counting agents from various candidates are present at the centers to closely monitor the process.
Access to counting centers is strictly limited to individuals with valid passes, and mobile phone usage within counting halls is entirely prohibited.
This election saw participation from over 70 crore voters, casting their votes to determine the fate of both the ruling NDA and the Mahagathbandhan. Polling occurred in two phases, on November 6 and November 11.
In the outgoing Assembly, the NDA holds 131 seats, comprising 80 from the BJP, 45 from the JD(U), four from HAM(S), and two independents. The Opposition bloc consists of 111 seats, with the RJD holding 77, Congress 19, CPI(ML) 11, CPI(M) two, and CPI two.
Point of View
These early trends in the Bihar Assembly results underline the electoral dynamics at play. While the NDA shows a promising lead, the Mahagathbandhan's pursuit for change cannot be overlooked. The implications of these results will resonate beyond Bihar, influencing national politics and governance strategies.
NationPress
14/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early trends in the Bihar Assembly election results?
Early reports indicate that the NDA is leading in 127 seats while the Mahagathbandhan is ahead in 42 constituencies.
Who is the largest party according to the latest trends?
The JD(U) has emerged as the single largest party based on the early trends.
How many seats does the NDA currently hold in the outgoing Assembly?
The NDA holds 131 seats in the outgoing Assembly.
What measures are in place during the counting process?
The counting process is under strict security with limited access and a prohibition on mobile phone use.
When did the voting take place for the Bihar Assembly elections?
The voting occurred in two phases, on November 6 and 11.
