Vote counting under way in Indian state election that is key test for Modi
Summary
Vote counting is currently taking place in Bihar, an eastern state in India. The election is a significant test for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which is hoping to win with its alliance partner. The election drew a record voter turnout, and results are expected later today.Key Facts
- Votes are being counted in Bihar, India, where the BJP is aiming to return to power with its partner.
- The election took place in two parts on November 6 and 11, with a voter turnout of 66.91%.
- Exit polls suggest the BJP's alliance might win, but such predictions have been wrong before.
- The election followed a disputed revision of voter lists, which opposition claims might favor the BJP, accusations that are denied by both the BJP and the Election Commission.
- Counting began at 08:00 local time (02:30 GMT) and results are expected by evening.
- Bihar is India's poorest state, with many residents moving elsewhere in India for work.
- The BJP hasn't formed a government alone in Bihar yet; it currently rules with the Janata Dal (United).
- Key opposition figures in the election include Nitish Kumar from JD(U) and Lalu Prasad Yadav from RJD, with Yadav's son, Tejashwi, being the opposition's chief minister candidate.
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