Bihar Elections 2025: NDA vs INDIA Bloc Battle Ready as ECI Set to Announce Poll Dates at 4 PM Today is poised for a bitter battle The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to announce the 2025 Bihar Assembly poll schedule and bypolls in some states at 4 PM today in New Delhi. This comes after a two-day review meeting conducted by the ECI to assess the state’s readiness, with participation from political parties, police organisations, and administrative personnel.
The election is going to be a watershed confrontation between the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which is headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and the newly charged INDIA bloc, which is led in Bihar by Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
Conversely, the INDIA alliance is making the elections all about issues like unemployment among the youth, increasing inflation, social justice, and the so-called governance weariness under the existing leadership. The coalition looks forward to tapping into burgeoning anti-incumbency feelings and riding on rural anger.
In contrast, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar felt assured of NDA’s chances, with the remark, “We have delivered on development, law and order, and welfare programs. Our track record speaks for itself, and we trust the people of Bihar to see the progress we’ve made.
Meera Sinha, who teaches political science at Patna University, said, “This election is more than about Bihar—it’s a test case for the INDIA bloc’s viability and cohesion as against NDA’s well-entrenched machinery. If the INDIA bloc can narrow the gap further or win, it will have ripple effects in national politics.”
Veteran journalist Rajesh Kaul observed, “The NDA is confronted with the double whammy of anti-incumbency and the INDIA alliance’s increasing grassroots connect. Nitish Kumar’s experience as an administrator, however, continues to be the NDA’s big advantage in urban and semi-urban Bihar. Pooja Kumari, a 22-year-old first-time voter hailing from Muzaffarpur, explained, “I want a government which will provide jobs to youth like me. Whoever assures that and proves real plans will get my vote.”*
In the meantime, Sanjay Singh, a Gopalganj farmer, had his say: “We’ve been hearing development promises for years now, but villages still don’t have good roads and irrigation. We need leaders who will work on rural areas, not urban projects.
This time around, the INDIA alliance’s wider coalition and combined opposition position may make the battle even closer, particularly as Tejashwi Yadav is a more experienced political leader.
He said, “Our focus is on transparent polling, secure voting processes, and zero tolerance for malpractice.” The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) will come into effect immediately after the announcement of dates this afternoon.
The dates of the polls will also involve bypolls in some states, which could have an impact on regional politics outside Bihar.
With Bihar readying itself for a political showdown between two mighty blocs, the 4 PM announcement will formally mark the beginning of one of the most anticipated political contests of the year.
FAQ
Q6: When will the Model Code of Conduct come into effect?
A6: The MCC will be applied once after the announcement of poll dates.
A8: Nitish Kumar remained Chief Minister following the NDA’s winning 125 seats in 2020.
Q9: What contribution will women and youth voters make in this election?
A9: Women and youth voters are predicted to play a crucial role, emphasising jobs, health, and security.
Q10: Will the Bihar election influence national politics?
A10: Yes, the outcome is likely to influence national plans before the 2029 general elections.
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