Summary
In the Bihar 2025 legislative assembly elections, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party, the BJP, is set to win a majority. The NDA is leading in 204 out of 243 seats, while the opposition Grand Alliance is leading in just 33 seats.
Key Facts
- The NDA, led by BJP, is likely to win a majority in the Bihar state elections.
- Bihar is India’s third-most populous state, with 74 million registered voters.
- The election is considered a test of Modi’s popularity, especially among younger voters.
- The NDA has secured two seats and is leading in 204 seats out of 243.
- The Grand Alliance, comprising the Indian National Congress and RJD, is leading in 33 seats.
- BJP has a 20.5% vote share with leads or wins in 93 seats.
- Key figures like Tejashwi Yadav and Maithili Thakur were in close races in their constituencies.
- The BJP made significant outreach efforts to female voters, including direct financial transfers.
