Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:53pm on 13 Nov 2025,Thursday Politics
Counting for the 243-seat Bihar assembly begins today at 8am after two phases of voting. The NDA hopes to retain power under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, backed by PM Modi’s campaigning. The Mahagathbandhan’s Tejashwi Yadav says he will win with a “thumping majority” and has pitched major job promises. Exit polls give the NDA an edge, though past polls in Bihar have been wrong. The Election Commission has placed strong security at all counting centres. Bihar recorded its highest-ever turnout, raising chances of a surprise result. Both alliances accuse each other of pressure tactics as tension builds before the final numbers. (PC: HT)
