🗳️ Bihar Election Date 2025: What’s the Schedule?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially announced the schedule for the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly elections:
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Polling Dates: 6 November (Phase 1) and 11 November (Phase 2) The Times of India+4The Times of India+4The Indian Express+4
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Counting of Votes: 14 November 2025 The Times of India+3All India Radio News+3The Indian Express+3
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All 243 assembly seats will go to polls. mint+4The Times of India+4The Indian Express+4
With the notification in place, the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is now in effect across Bihar. The Times of India+2All India Radio News+2 Freight Forwarder India To America
Before this, there had been speculation and planning — earlier reports had suggested polling might fall between 5–15 November in 3 phases, or after Chhath & Diwali. The Indian Express+3India Today+3www.ndtv.com+3
🧑⚖️ Nitish Kumar: The Veteran CM’s Big Gambit
Nitish Kumar has been a central figure in Bihar politics for decades. Some key notes about his role and what this election means:
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He is eyeing a 10th term as Chief Minister, which would be unprecedented in Bihar. Moneycontrol+2The Economic Times+2
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His political journey is marked by frequent shifts and realignments. In 2024, he broke off with the INDIA bloc and rejoined the BJP-led NDA. The Times of India+3Wikipedia+3Moneycontrol+3
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He’s facing criticisms of health, governance fatigue, and unpredictability. Some opposition leaders have labeled him “clueless” or compared him to elderly leaders who struggle with relevance. India Today
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But he also remains a vote catcher due to his social engineering, alliance building, and influence across caste lines in Bihar. The Economic Times+3The Times of India+3Moneycontrol+3
🧭 What Makes This Election Unique & What to Watch
Key Features & Dynamics
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Two-phase polling — reduces pressure, logistical challenges in law and order. The Times of India+3All India Radio News+3The Indian Express+3
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Voter roll revision (SIR) — The state underwent a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which saw large numbers of names removed (some 65 lakh plus). The Indian Express+4The Economic Times+4Indiatimes+4
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Total voters now ~ 7.42 crore in the final list. The Economic Times+1
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Entry of Jan Suraaj (Prashant Kishor’s party) adds a new axis to political calculations. mint+3The Economic Times+3The Economic Times+3
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The NDA vs INDIA bloc rivalry will be in sharp focus. Most analysis treats Bihar as one of the crucial tests ahead of national-level alignments. The Economic Times+2The Times of India+2
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Freebies, governance record, caste math, youth issues are expected to be big campaign themes. mint+3The Economic Times+3The Indian Express+3
Risks & Wildcards
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The removal of many voters in SIR has drawn opposition complaints of bias — the process could be challenged in courts. The Indian Express+3Indiatimes+3The Economic Times+3
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Whether Nitish can sustain his political appeal under anti-incumbency, especially with criticisms of shakiness or health. India Today+2Moneycontrol+2 https://www.arc-worldwide.com/city/sea-freight-forwarding-noida.html
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The effect of the “Modi factor” — many believe Prime Minister Modi’s popularity will influence voter behavior.
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