Bihar Elections 2025: Poll Dates To Be Announced Today Amid Heated Campaigns And Key Voter Issues

Bihar is gearing up for its 2025 assembly elections, with the Election Commission set to announce poll dates today at 4 PM. The political atmosphere is charged as parties highlight governance, development, and public welfare, while opposition leaders raise questions on unemployment, corruption, and administrative inefficiencies. The ruling NDA, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, emphasizes achievements such as women’s empowerment programs, social welfare initiatives, and infrastructure development, claiming these reflect a government working for citizens’ needs. The opposition, including Tejashwi Yadav, Rahul Gandhi, and Prashant Kishor, is focusing on issues such as liquor policies, alleged corruption, and the need for broader citizen engagement. Controversies, including attacks on personal reputations and alleged vote manipulation, have further intensified debates, making election integrity a central concern. The NDA has also proposed a phased election schedule, citing previous experiences with multi-phase polls, while the opposition debates administrative feasibility and voter accessibility. Women’s welfare initiatives, such as direct cash transfers under empowerment schemes, have become a focal point of discussion, especially given their timing before the elections. As Bihar prepares for voting, citizens are closely watching which issues will influence voter turnout and shape the mandate, while parties adjust strategies to appeal to diverse segments of the electorate.