NDA wave sweeps Bihar; Opposition in tatters

Tejashwi wins Raghopur after intense back-and-forth contest

Tejashwi Yadav, the Mahagathbandhan’s chief ministerial candidate, has retained his family bastion of Raghopur after a fiercely contested, back-and-forth battle throughout the counting day. The RJD leader ultimately secured victory by around 11,000 votes. Earlier in the day, as counting began, Tejashwi had expressed confidence in the Opposition bloc’s prospects, saying, “It will be a people's victory. Change will come. We are forming the government," reported NDTV.

Raghopur has long been synonymous with the RJD, with both Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi representing the seat in earlier years. Tejashwi has held the constituency since 2015, winning it by more than 38,000 votes in 2020.

This election saw a strong challenge from BJP candidate Satish Kumar Yadav, who previously defeated Rabri Devi in 2010 as a JD(U) nominee. Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party also fielded a candidate in the constituency.

Adding to the intrigue, one of Tejashwi’s rivals this time was Prem Kumar from the Janshakti Janata Dal, the party launched by his estranged brother Tej Pratap Yadav. Raghopur, considered the RJD’s safest seat, once again lived up to its reputation as a high-profile battleground.

Chirag Paswan thanks voters for ‘right choice’ in Bihar

Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan has thanked the people of Bihar for what he described as a “historic mandate” in the 2025 Assembly elections. Expressing gratitude, he said, “The people of Bihar have taken this decision with the vision of accelerating the state’s development. They have shown their wisdom by making the right choice at the right time.”

Paswan said the outcome reflects confidence in the National Democratic Alliance’s leadership. “This is a moment when the leadership of PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar will guide Bihar on a strong developmental path,” he noted.

He also addressed questions that had been raised during the campaign, suggesting the mandate itself had provided clarity. “Those who doubted CM Nitish Kumar’s health, the NDA’s governance, the influence of PM Modi, or even my role in the alliance have all received a clear answer from the people,” he said.

Paswan described the verdict as not just an electoral victory but a reaffirmation of the direction Bihar voters want for the state’s future.

BJP wins 20, JD(U) 11; RJD at 4 wins, 22 leads in Bihar

BJP has won 20 seats and is leading in 72, while the JD (U) has bagged 11 seats and is leading in 72. The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has won one seat and is leading in 18.

The RJD’s tally so far is four as it leads in 22 seats, as per Election Commission data. The Congress has won one seat and is leading in four.

The AIMIM has won two seats and is leading in three. The Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) has won one seat and is leading in four.

Tejashwi takes 14,000-vote lead in Raghopur

With two rounds of counting left in Raghopur, Tejashwi finally takes a lead of over 14000 votes.

BJP wins 15 , JD(U) 9; RJD 3 , 23 Leads; Congress at 1

BJP has won 15 seats and leading in 76 while the JD (U) has bagged 9 seats and is leading in 74. The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has won one seat and is leading in 19.

The RJD’s tally so far is limited to three as it is leads in 23 seats, as per Election Commission data. The Congress has won one seat and is leading in four.

PM Modi hails NDA’s ‘massive majority’ and development track

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Bihar Assembly election outcome as a strong endorsement of the National Democratic Alliance’s governance and development agenda. In a post on X, he said, “The NDA has ensured all-round development of the state. The people have given us a massive majority after witnessing our track record and our vision to take the state to new heights.”

Modi extended his congratulations to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the alliance partners for their collective performance. “I heartily congratulate Chief Minister Nitish Kumar ji and our NDA family allies Chirag Paswan ji, Jitan Ram Manjhi ji, and Upendra Kushwaha ji for this resounding victory,” he wrote.

The Prime Minister’s message underscored the NDA’s emphasis on continuity, stability, and development-driven governance as key reasons behind the electorate’s decision.

BJP wins 10, Leads 81; JD(U) 6 Wins, 77 Leads; RJD at 3

BJP has won 10 seats and is leading in 81, while the JD (U) has bagged six seats and is leading in 77. The RJD’s tally so far is limited to three as it leads in 24 seats, as per Election Commission data. 

BJP leads 83, JD(U) 77; RJD trails with 1 win, 26 leads

BJP has won eight seats and leading in 83 while the JD (U) has bagged six seats and is leading in 77. The RJD’s tally so far is limited to one as it leads in 26 seats, as per Election Commission data. The Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) has won one seat and is leading in 18 seats.

Amit Shah hails Bihar mandate as vote for ‘Developed Bihar’

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the Bihar Assembly election outcome as a mandate for a “Developed Bihar”, calling it a victory for every citizen who believes in progress. In a post on X, Shah said those associated with “jungle raj and appeasement politics” would no longer get the chance to exploit the state, asserting that the people now vote solely based on “politics of performance”.

Shah congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and all NDA leaders and workers for the alliance’s success. He also expressed gratitude to BJP workers “from the booth level to the state level” for their tireless efforts in delivering the result.

Assuring continued commitment, Shah said, “I assure the people of Bihar and especially our mothers and sisters that with the hope and trust with which you have given this mandate to the NDA, under the leadership of Modi ji, the NDA government will fulfil it with even greater dedication.”

BJP wins Madhuban, Baruraj, Sahebganj; JD(U) bags six seats

According to Election Commission data, the BJP has secured victories in Madhuban, Baruraj and Sahebganj. The JD(U) has won the Kalyanpur, Alauli, Harnaut, Mokama, Masaurhi and Belaganj seats.