Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:59pm on 06 Nov 2025,Thursday Politics
The first phase of the Bihar assembly election 2025 ended on Thursday with a 60.13% voter turnout, according to the Election Commission. Polling took place across 121 constituencies in 18 districts from 7 AM to 6 PM. Begusarai recorded the highest turnout at 67.32%, while Sheikhpura saw the lowest at 52.36%. Patna reported 55.02%. The Election Commission said Bihar may achieve its highest-ever voter turnout. VIP chief Mukesh Sahani called it “bumper voting” and predicted change in the state. The main contest is between NDA, Mahagathbandhan, and Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party. (PC: HT)