Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Second Phase Campaign Ends, State Gears Up for Voting in 122 Seats Tomorrow

🕙 Introduction: Bihar Decides Its Future

The political temperature in Bihar has reached its peak as campaigning for the second and final phase of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 concluded on Sunday evening. A total of 122 constituencies across 17 districts will go to polls on November 11, sealing the fate of over 1,300 candidates.

With top leaders — from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Nitish Kumar on one side to Tejashwi Yadav, Rahul Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav on the other — the campaign trail has witnessed fiery exchanges, promises, and appeals to the 3.7 crore voters of Bihar.

📅 Polling and Result Schedule

• Polling Date (Phase 2): November 11, 2025

• Number of Seats: 122

• Voters Eligible: 3.7 crore

• Result Declaration: November 14, 2025

• Exit Polls: To be aired after 6 PM on November 11

🔥 Campaign Highlights: A Clash of Ideologies

According to NDTV and Hindustan Times, the final phase of campaigning was marked by high-octane rallies and political barbs.

• PM Narendra Modi urged voters to back the NDA, promising stability and development, while taking a direct jibe at the opposition over “Jungle Raj” and law and order issues.

• Tejashwi Yadav, the face of the Mahagathbandhan (RJD-Congress-Left), hit back, accusing the NDA of “economic failures” and rising unemployment.

• Rahul Gandhi emphasized “Nyay” and criticized the BJP for “betraying youth and farmers.”

Meanwhile, Chirag Paswan, leader of the LJP (Ram Vilas), stirred buzz by hinting at a possible Deputy CM role if the NDA wins — though he maintains his party’s “independent identity.”

🏛️ Key Regions and Constituencies in Focus

As per Patrika News and Oneindia, the battle is fierce across three key zones:

• Tirhut region: 40 seats

• Seemanchal region: 24 seats (high Muslim-Yadav voter concentration)

• Magadh region: 26 seats (crucial for both NDA and RJD)

Hot Seats to Watch:

• Raghopur: Tejashwi Yadav’s stronghold

• Mokama: Once Anant Singh’s bastion, now under tight contest

• Hajipur: Symbolic seat linked with late Ram Vilas Paswan’s legacy

• Purnea: Seemanchal’s politically sensitive zone

• Gaya Town: A test for Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) performance

🗣️ Major Campaign Themes

1. Employment and Migration

Youth across the state, particularly in Patna, Gaya, and Darbhanga, have raised strong questions about jobs and migration. As The Telegraph and Outlook India report, the mood on the ground shows a shift from caste-based loyalty to issue-based voting.

2. Women’s Voices and Empowerment

Women, who played a crucial role in Nitish Kumar’s earlier victories, appear less influenced by the ₹10,000 assistance scheme, according to Scroll.in and Newslaundry. Their focus is shifting toward safety, education, and job opportunities for their children.

3. Caste Equations

The Koeri-Kurmi vs Yadav-Muslim equation remains central. Yet, as The Hindu notes, urban and semi-urban areas show signs of a post-caste voter sentiment, especially among first-time voters.

4. Development vs Freebies Debate

A key debate, triggered by Times of India columnist Swaminathan Aiyar, questions whether Nitish’s potential win would signal a victory for governance or for freebie politics.

🚓 Security and Election Preparations

According to India TV and Free Press Journal, over 1 lakh security personnel, including central paramilitary forces, have been deployed.

• Borders with Jharkhand, UP, and Nepal sealed to prevent illegal movement.

• Drone surveillance and webcasting at sensitive booths.

• Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar confirmed that preparations are “more stringent than Phase 1.”

🗳️ First Phase Recap

As ThePrint and Times of India report, the first phase of polling recorded a historic turnout of 65.08%, the highest in a decade. The NDA claims the surge benefits them, while the RJD-led alliance believes it reflects anti-incumbency sentiment.

🔍 Exit Polls & Counting Day Expectations

According to Hindustan Times and India Today, exit poll projections will air across news channels after 6 PM tomorrow (Nov 11). Results will be counted on November 14, with early trends expected by 10 AM.

Political observers believe that if Tejashwi Yadav’s alliance crosses 90 seats, it could unsettle the Nitish-Kumar-led NDA for the first time since 2015.

💬 Ground Reports and Public Sentiment

• NDTV highlighted the growing participation of women and youth as “the real power of Bihar.”

• BBC and Al Jazeera observed that Bihar’s election remains a national test for PM Modi’s popularity and governance model.

• BusinessLine pointed to contradictory claims from both alliances, each predicting a comfortable win.

• Asianet Newsable quoted Giriraj Singh, claiming “NDA will form a government with a huge majority.”

🧾 The Stakes: Why This Election Matters

As News18 noted, this election is about far more than Patna’s power corridors. Bihar’s result will:

• Influence the 2026 Lok Sabha strategy.

• Test Nitish Kumar’s comeback after political realignments.

• Shape the future of RJD’s next-gen leadership.

• Reflect how freebies, caste, and governance interplay in Indian politics.

📺 Where to Watch Bihar Election Results 2025

You can follow live results and exit polls on:

• Hindustan Times, NDTV, India Today, Times Now, and The Hindu websites.

• Doordarshan and News18 Bihar will provide real-time counting updates on Nov 14.

🧠 Conclusion: Bihar Awaits Its Verdict

The second phase of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 is not just about 122 constituencies — it’s about the direction Bihar chooses for the next five years. As voters head to polling booths tomorrow, the big question remains:
👉 Will Nitish Kumar retain power through his governance track record, or will Tejashwi Yadav usher in a generational change backed by youth and unemployment concerns?

One thing is certain — Bihar’s political pulse continues to define the larger narrative of Indian democracy.