Bihar Elections Phase 2 LIVE: Bihar Phase 2 Logs 60.4% Turnout By 3 PM, Higher Than Phase 1

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Voting LIVE: The elections are being closely watched as both alliances strive to secure a mandate in a politically crucial state that often influences national trends.

Background

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Voting LIVE: Voting for the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections begins on Tuesday, 11 November, with 122 constituencies going to the polls. Campaigning concluded on Sunday, with top leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Mahagathbandhan making their final appeals to voters. Counting of votes is scheduled for Friday, 14 November. The elections are being closely watched as both alliances strive to secure a mandate in a politically crucial state that often influences national trends.Key Points Of Bihar Elections 2025The first phase, held on 6 November, covered 121 assembly segments and recorded a voter turnout of 65 per cent.Several India-Nepal border points have been sealed for 72 hours ahead of the second phase.The NDA, comprising BJP, JD(U), HAMS, LJP (RV) and allies, seeks a second consecutive term.The Mahagathbandhan, including Congress, RJD, Left parties and VIP, aims to return to power.Jan Suraaj is contesting independently in over 200 constituencies, marking its electoral debut.Amit Shah Targets Rahul Gandhi Over ‘Infiltrator’ ClaimsUnion Home Minister Amit Shah launched a direct attack on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s “vote chori” allegations, claiming the issue arises because “names of infiltrators have been deleted from the voter list”.“Rahul Gandhi is talking about 'vote chori' because the names of infiltrators have been deleted from the voters' list. He can take out yatra from Bihar to Italy, but we won't allow infiltrators to remain here,” Shah said during a poll rally in Arwal.Rahul Gandhi Intensifies Allegations Of ‘Vote Theft’Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stepped up his attack on the BJP-led government, alleging “vote theft” and urging Bihar’s youth to stay vigilant. “Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and the Chief Election Commissioner are stealing votes,” he said, appealing to Gen Z voters to “protect their future.” Gandhi also criticised the Centre for neglecting Bihar’s industrial potential, asserting, “I want that instead of Made in China, Made in Bihar should be written on mobile phones.”Bihar 2020 Assembly ResultsLooking back at the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections, the state witnessed a distinct political shift.The BJP strengthened its position, winning 74 seats, while the JD(U) declined sharply to 43, marking Nitish Kumar’s weakest showing in years. Meanwhile, the RJD, led by Tejashwi Yadav, emerged as the single-largest party with 75 seats, signalling a generational change in opposition leadership and setting the stage for a highly competitive electoral battle in subsequent polls.

11/11/2025 15:55:17

Bihar Election Phase 2 Live: Second Phase Sees Higher Turnout by 3 PM

Voter participation surged in the second and final phase of Bihar Assembly elections, surpassing the first phase's turnout. By 3 p.m., the polling percentage stood at 60.40%, setting a new benchmark for voter enthusiasm in the state.

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11/11/2025 15:49:10

Bihar Elections Phase 2 Live: Women voting in large numbers, says Tej Pratap Yadav

Janashakti Janata Dal chief and candidate from Mahua seat, Tej Pratap Yadav, said that women are voting in large numbers. There will be a change in the government, and on November 14th, people will tell us who has done what development. I see myself as number one in Mahua (winning the Mahua seat).

Regarding the explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi, Tej Pratap Yadav said that government should take cognizance of it. They should apprehend the culprits, saying this is a major security lapse.

11/11/2025 13:46:28

Bihar Elections Phase 2 LIVE: 47.62% Voter Turnout Recorded So Far; Kishanganj Takes Lead

A voter turnout of 47.62% has been recorded till 1:00 PM in the 2nd phase of the Bihar Assembly elections. Kishanganj recorded the highest turnout at 51.86%. Madhubani logged the lowest voting.

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11/11/2025 13:43:45

Bihar Phase 2 Elections: NDA Leader Claims Big Win

BJP's Ashwini Kumar Choubey said the the NDA would return with a thumping majority of 180 seats. "I feel that voting is happening in favour of the NDA... Everyone is voting in the name of development, in the name of making a developed Bihar, under the guidance of the NDA government, CM Nitish Kumar, and PM Modi... We are getting more than 180 seats, which will go up to 200," was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.

11/11/2025 13:42:53

Bihar Elections LIVE: 31.38% Voter Turnout Recorded By 11 AM; NDA Leader Claims Big Win

A voter turnout of 31.38% was recorded in the final phase of the Bihar elections by 11 AM.

11/11/2025 08:49:03

Bihar Elections: Former Deputy CM And BJP Leader Tarkishore Prasad Casts Vote

Former Deputy CM and BJP candidate from Katihar, Tarkishore Prasad cast his vote in the second and final phase of the State Assembly elections.

11/11/2025 08:27:19

'People Of Bihar Have An Alternative Now': Jan Suraaj Spokesperson Says As Phase 2 Voting Begins

Jan Suraaj spokesperson Vivek Kumar on Tuesday expressed confidence in the party as the final phase of Bihar elections began. "This time, the people of Bihar have an alternative, and in the first phase of elections, the people of Bihar voted in large numbers. This is a celebration of democracy," the Jan Suraaj spokesperson told ANI.

11/11/2025 08:18:13

'Time To Truly Thrash Those Who Made Bihar Go Backwards': BJP Spokesperson Ajay Alok

On the second phase of the Bihar Elections 2025, BJP national spokesperson Ajay Alok said: "This is the final voting day of the second phase. I appeal to all the people of Bihar to come out in large numbers to ensure the future of Bihar... This is the time to truly thrash those leaders who have made this state go backwards, and never allow such politicians to enter politics... The NDA government will be formed with more than two-thirds majority. There is no doubt or suspicion in this."

11/11/2025 08:08:33

Bihar Elections LIVE: People Queue Up Outside Motihari Polling Station

People queue up outside a polling station in Motihari as they await their turn to vote in the second and final phase of State Assembly elections.

11/11/2025 08:02:45

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Appeals People To Vote In Phase 2

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar has appealed to people to vote in the  second phase of the assembly polls.

11/11/2025 08:02:43

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Appeals People To Vote In Phase 2

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar has appealed to people to vote inthe  second phase of the assembly polls.

11/11/2025 07:31:54

Bihar Elections LIVE: Minister Shravan Kumar Urges Voters To Vote For NDA

Bihar Minister Shravan Kumar urges electors to cast vote saying, "I appeal to the voters to vote after comparing the situation before and after 2005. Voters should vote for the NDA to secure the future of their children..."

11/11/2025 07:28:57

PM Modi Urges Voters To Cast Ballots, Asks Youth To 'Inspire Others'

As phase 2 voting began, PM Modi, in a post on X, wrote: "Today is the second and final phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections. I urge all voters to participate enthusiastically in it and set a new record for voting. I have a special request to the young companions of the state who are going to vote for the first time that they should not only vote themselves but also inspire others to do so."

11/11/2025 07:25:04

Bihar Elections: BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal Casts Vote

BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal and his family cast their votes at a polling booth in Bettiah, Bihar.

11/11/2025 07:24:53

Bihar Elections: BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal Casts Vote

BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal and his family cast their votes at a polling booth in Bettiah, Bihar.

11/11/2025 07:22:08

Bihar Elections Phase 2 LIVE: Several Ex-Ministers Among Key Candidates In Fray

Several ex-ministers are in the fray for the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections. These include former deputy CM Tarkishore Prasad (Katihar), BJP’s senior leader and former deputy chief minister Renu Devi, former speaker Uday Narain Choudhary (Sikandra), and ex-ministers Vinay Bihari, Shamim Ahmed, Pramod Kumar, and Rana Randhir Singh. 

 

 

11/11/2025 07:16:32

Bihar Elections Phase 2 LIVE: Voting Begins Across 122 Seats; Several Ex-Ministers In Fray

Bihar Elections phase two voting began at 7 AM across 122 assembly constituencies in 20 districts. The final phase of voting will end at 5 PM.