Fri Nov 14 10:57:01 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Bihar Assembly elections show the BJP leading in 93 seats, followed by Nitish Kumar’s JDU in 83. The Opposition Mahagathbandhan is far behind, with Tejashwi Yadav’s RJD at 26 seats. Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party has failed to make an impact, while Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM is gaining ground with 6 seats. Tejashwi Yadav faces a tough fight in his traditional stronghold. The BJP’s strong performance, bolstered by women voters, marks a shift in power dynamics within the NDA alliance. The Opposition’s poor showing significantly diminishes its influence in the state assembly.

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BJP Dominates Bihar Assembly Elections, Opposition Falters

Patna, Bihar – Early results from the Bihar Assembly elections indicate a strong showing for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which is currently leading in 93 of the 243 seats. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal (United) is trailing with 83 seats.

The Opposition Mahagathbandhan, led by Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), is struggling with only 32 seats overall. Yadav himself is facing an unexpectedly tight race in his family stronghold of Raghopur.

Poll strategist Prashant Kishor’s much-anticipated Jan Suraaj Party has failed to gain traction, while Asaduddin Owaisi’s All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has emerged as a surprise contender, leading in six seats.

The BJP’s performance is attributed to strong support from women voters. This election marks a significant shift in the power balance within the ruling NDA alliance, with the BJP potentially surpassing the JDU in seat share. The Opposition’s poor showing significantly diminishes its influence in the state assembly.

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