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Despite likely facing its second-worst election result since 2010 in terms of seats won, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) led by Tejashwi Yadav has secured the highest vote share (22.79%) in the Bihar election, surpassing the BJP and JDU. However, the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is poised to retain power with a significant lead in the number of seats. Tejashwi Yadav is also trailing in his own constituency. The Mahagathbandhan coalition, including the Congress and left parties, is performing poorly.

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NDA Likely to Retain Bihar Power, RJD Claims Highest Vote Share Despite Seat Setback

Patna, Bihar: As the Bihar election results unfold, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) appears set to maintain its hold on power. However, the opposition Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), led by Tejashwi Yadav, has emerged with the highest vote share, securing 22.79% of the vote. This is despite projections that the RJD may face its second-worst performance in terms of seats won since 2010.

The RJD’s vote share exceeds that of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal United (JDU), but the NDA maintains a commanding lead in the overall seat count. Tejashwi Yadav himself is currently trailing in his constituency of Raghopur.

The Mahagathbandhan, the opposition coalition including the Congress party and left parties, is struggling to gain traction, with limited seats in the current count. The NDA, on the other hand, shows a stronger performance with leads across the state.

Bihar witnessed a record voter turnout of over 66% in the two-phased election, with female voter turnout exceeding that of male voters. While the RJD can claim victory in terms of vote share, the NDA is expected to form the next government in Bihar.

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