Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Highlights: 68.97% voter turnout recorded in phase 2

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday said that the Bihar legislative assembly election recorded 66.91% voter turnout, the highest ever in the state since 1951. The second and final phase of the high-stakes assembly election saw highest ever voter turnout of 68.88%. READ MORE

Bihar recorded its highest-ever voter turnout of 67.14 per cent, provisionally. Kishanganj, the lone Muslim-majority district in the state, recorded the highest polling percentage so far at 76.26, followed by adjoining Katihar (75.23) and Purnea (73.79), Supaul (70.69) and Araria (67.79).

In an interaction with mediapersons, Singh said, ""We will win by record votes in Motihari assembly seat... He (Tejashwi Yadav) will not form a government in this universe. That may happen in Nepal or China, but he will not be able to form a government in any Indian state..." as per ANI.

Janshakti Janta Dal (JJD) chief Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday said the blast near Delhi’s Red Fort, which left 12 people dead, was a result of a “major security lapse”.

“It was a major security lapse. The government must take serious cognisance of it and apprehend the perpetrators,” the former Bihar minister told reporters in Patna. (PTI)

Bihar seemed to be heading towards a record-breaking turnout in the second and final phase of the high-stakes assembly polls, seen as a veritable referendum on its longest-serving Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, with 60.4 per cent of 3.7 crore voters across 122 constituencies having exercised their franchise till 3 pm. (PTI)

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday announced the launch of a new initiative titled 'Vision India', aimed at shaping a progressive and inclusive 'New India' through innovation, youth participation, and forward-thinking policies.

The initiative's inaugural event is scheduled to take place in Bangalore, marking the beginning of a nationwide series of engagements. (ANI)

Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar on Tuesday said that the police across the state are on high alert as voting continues for the final phase of the Bihar Assembly elections.

The state has also intensified security measures in the wake of the car blast at Delhi's Red Fort on Monday that killed eight and injured several, with international and inter-state borders sealed to prevent any untoward incident. (ANI)

Congress legislative party leader in Bihar Shakeel Ahmed Khan on Tuesday charged AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi with "wittingly or unwittingly" helping the BJP in the Hindi heartland, claiming that people have "seen through" the Hyderabad MP.

Khan, who is aiming at a hat-trick from the Kadwa assembly seat in Katihar district, spoke to PTI-Video while polling was underway in his constituency.

"I feel the political approach of Owaisi is basically flawed. India is a pluralist society, and the Mahagathbandhan is committed to ensuring that the same is reflected in politics. But what has Owaisi been doing? He is seen as a 'vote katwa' (spoiler)," he said. (PTI)

A scuffle broke out between Congress and BJP supporters at a polling booth in Araria today, during voting for the second and final phase of #BiharElection2025. Visuals from the spot.

Congress supporters alleged that BJP supporters called for beating up Congress voters.

The second phase is of particular significance for the Congress, a spent force which is, nonetheless, the second largest constituent of the INDIA bloc in Bihar. Of the 19 seats it had won in 2020 assembly polls, 12 go to polls in the current phase. Its sitting MLAs include state president Rajesh Kumar Ram (Kutumba) and Shakeel Ahmed Khan (Kadwa).

Kishanganj district recorded the highest polling percentage so far at 51.86, followed by Gayaji (50.95), and Jamui (50.91). Madhubani recorded the lowest polling percentage at 43.39, followed by Nawada (43.45) and Bhagalpur (45.09).

Janshakti Janata Dal chief and candidate from Mahua seat, Tej Pratap Yadav says, "...Women are voting in large numbers. There will be a change (in Govt)...People will tell us on 14th Nov who did what development..."

"I see myself number 1 in Mahua (winning Mahua seat)," he says.

On blast near Red Fort in Delhi, he says, "Govt should take cognisance of this. They should catch the perpetrators. This is a major breach (in security)..."

The ECI recorded nearly 47.62% voter turnout till 1 pm in the second and final phase of Bihar Election2025.

As the political climate is intensifying in the final hours of voting, a fight broke out between Congress and BJP supporters at a polling booth in Araria on Tuesday.

As per ANI report, Congress supporters alleged that BJP supporters called for beating up Congress voters.

Congress leader Pawan Khera alleged suspicious activities in Bihar and said, “The fight in Bihar is that of real issues vs 'jumla'. We are contesting the polls on real issues. You heard the speeches of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah... The role of the Election Commission is very important; the role of the referee is very important,” ANI reported.

Terming Election Commission as the referee, he remarked, "The role of referee is raising questions. Rahul Gandhi raised questions. Tejashwi Yadav is also doing it...Several suspicious activities are happening there. But the referee is silent. Everyone in the Government goes silent. They neither tolerate questions nor give answers."

Congress president Rajesh Ram on Tuesday said, “INDIA Alliance's body language has changed. Voters' body language has also changed. It shows that it's time to bid goodbye to the Government which ruled for 20 years. Public has made up its mind that a new Government is needed here, and a new Government of INDIA Alliance will come here, ANI reported.”

He made this remark after casting his vote and added, “...In our area, a black Scorpio car is moving around. We are trying to trace whose car it is. Administration has been informed about it. Several such unwanted vehicles are moving around in different Assembly constituencies. We have alerted our workers and volunteers.”

ECI dropped an update about the ongoing second phase of Bihar election and said that 31.38% approximate voter turnout was recorded until 11:00 AM.

BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal said, "There is unprecedented enthusiasm. The kind of crowd visible indicates that this time the figure will cross 70%. We are going to form the government with a very large majority by crossing the figure of 200 seats," ANI reported.

Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor arrived in Sasaram's Konar, to cast his vote in the Bihar Elections. He was accompanied by Ritesh Pandey, the Jan Suraaj candidate from Kargahar Assembly constituency.

The final round of voting across several northern and eastern districts is underway. As increasing number of people turn to polling stations in West Champaran, East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Supaul, Araria, and Kishanganj to cast their votes, the fate of Bihar will be recorded in a few hours.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said, “Bihar needs a 'model' filled with economic development, social justice, and equality. For 20 years, Bihar has endured an opportunistic, corruption-ridden government that is against the poor and deprived; today, the time for change has arrived.”

Reacting on the voter turnout till 9:00 AM, Additional Chief Election Officer Madhav Kumar Singh said, "The voter turnout has reached 14.55%, which is much higher compared to 2020. People are casting their votes enthusiastically, and there have been no reports of any untoward incidents. Everyone is performing their duties responsibly," IANS reported.

JDU MP Sanjay Jha said, "Today is the election of the final phase. People are seeing how much enthusiasm there is among voters to cast their votes, which is the best thing. A large number of people are coming out for good governance, peace, and development in Bihar... This is a very positive sign. In the first phase, we feel that votes have been cast in our favour by a very large margin," ANI reported.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The 122 seats voting in second phase have recored 14.55 per cent turnout till 9 am, Election Commission said.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Polling parties departing for your smooth voting experience in West Champaran.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: BJP national spokesperson Syed Shahnawaz Hussain says, "I have voted. I appeal to everyone to cast their vote. Humne jalpan nahi kiya, pehle matdan kiya. We will go home now and then have breakfast. Bihar is united on the issue of development. We are confident that development won't stop and it will go on swiftly. Public won't let the stream of development stop...One-sided voting is happening here. People are voting for development. Jungle Raj part 2 won't come."

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Film director SS Rajamouli, along with his family, cast his vote at a polling station in Sheikpet for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-elections in Hyderabad.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor has appealed to people to go out and cast their vote.

“I appeal to the people of Bihar to break the record turnout of the last phase today. Vote for change in Bihar. Vote for your children's education and employment. Vote in even greater numbers than you did in the first phase so that a new system is created in Bihar on 14th November,” he said.

“A system that provides education and employment for your children. If you make a mistake today, if you miss it today, you will have to spend the next five years with the same system that plagues you, the corruption that troubles you,”

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: People queue up outside a polling station in Motihari as they await their turn to vote in the second and final phase of state Assembly elections.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday urged the people of the state to vote in the second phase of the assembly polls and exercise their democratic rights.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister appealed to the people to prioritise voting above their chores. "In democracy, voting is not only our right but also our duty. Today, voting for the second phase of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections is taking place -- all voters are urged to exercise their voting rights without fail. Vote and inspire others to do so as well. Vote first, then refreshments!" Chief Minister Kumar posted on X.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Independent MP from Purnea, Pappu Yadav, says, "The names of 69 lakh voters got deleted following the SIR exercise, then how come the voting percentage in the first phase of elections increase?...Bihar is moving towards a big change. The new voters (Gen Z) want change. Why is the Prime Minister using such language like Katta, Bomb, dacoity? Does this kind of language suit the Prime Minister?...The Prime Minister never appeals for votes on the issues of Bihar. The public of Bihar wants change..."

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Sinha says people are voting with excitement. "People are excited and voting in large numbers for development and progress. It will be a tight slap to those who tried to disturb the atmosphere of Bihar. People are voting in large numbers, and I appeal to all to vote and convey a message from the mother of democracy, Bihar."

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Jan Suraaj spokesperson Vivek Kumar says people of Bihar have an alternative this time. "...This time the people of Bihar have an alternative and in the first phase of elections, the people of Bihar voted in large numbers...This is a celebration of democracy and the voting percentage will be even higher than the first phase of elections..."

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Bettiah, Bihar: BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal says, "I urge everyone to certainly cast their vote and register over 75% of voter turnout. Your vote ensures free ration to the poor, free treatment, free electricity, ₹10,000 in the accounts of women. This is the power of your vote. So, I urge everyone to cast their vote...There will be record-breaking voting..."

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Voting for the second and final phase of Bihar Elections 2025 begins across 122 of the 243 Assembly seats in the state. Former Deputy CMs Renu Devi and Tarkishore Prasad, Congress leader Ajeet Sharma and other candidates in the fray.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to voters on Tuesday to cast their votes in record numbers in the second phase of polling today.

“Today is the second and final phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections. My request to all voters is that they participate actively in it and create a new record for voting. I have a special appeal to the young companions of the state who are going to vote for the first time that they should not only cast their vote themselves but also inspire others to do so,” PM Modi said in a post on X

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The Kishanganj district is witnessing a dramatic reshuffling of candidates as former party members switch allegiances, raising the stakes in this predominantly Muslim-majority region.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is making significant inroads in Seemanchal, a region with a substantial Muslim voter base. With its bold rhetoric and historical context, AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi is back in the fight.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Preparations underway at the polling stations for the second and final phase of Bihar Elections 2025. Voting will be held in 122 constituencies across 20 districts of the state today.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The Rashtriya Janata Dal is contesting 72, the Congress 37, the Vikassheel Insaan Party on eight, the Communist Party of India (Marxist Leninist) Liberation on six, the Communist Party of India on four, and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on one seat in today's battle.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Of the 122 seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded candidates on 53 seats, the Janata Dal (United) on 44, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) on 15, Hindustan Awam Morcha(Secular) on six, and Rashtriya Lok Manch on four.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: Ritesh Pandey, Bhojpuri actor-singer and candidate of Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party, is contesting from Kargahar (Rohtas), while Dhirendra Agrawal of the same party challenges BJP veteran Prem Kumar in Gaya Town in today's election. Snehlata Kushwaha of Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM), wife of Union minister Upendra Kushwaha, is in the fray from Sasaram, and Dipa Kumari of HAM(S), daughter-in-law of Jitan Ram Manjhi, contests from Imamganj in second phase.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The second phase being held today also features state party presidents Rajesh Ram (Congress) from Kutumba, Raju Tiwary (LJP–Ram Vilas) from Gobindganj, and Anil Kumar (HAM-S) from Tikari seat.

Bihar Election 2025 Phase 2 Polling Live: The voting in second phase today will seal the fate of 1,302 candidates, including a dozen sitting ministers. The first phase, held on 6 November, saw a record 65 per cent voter turnout. The results will be declared on 14 November.