National Democratic Alliance
Bihar Exit Polls: Caste Demographics Favor BJP-Led Alliance According to Recent Data
Nov 11, 2025 10:38 pm CST
Recent exit polls suggest Bihar's OBC and Scheduled Caste communities are backing the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in significant numbers, with 51% of OBC voters and 49% of SC voters supporting Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's coalition. The polls predict the NDA will secure 147 of 243 seats, while the opposition Mahagathbandhan is expected to win only 90 seats, reflecting the critical role of caste dynamics in Bihar's political landscape.
Women's Representation in Bihar Elections Hits 15-Year Low Despite Voter Outreach Efforts
Nov 01, 2025 12:25 am CST
The 2025 Bihar elections feature only 258 women candidates versus 2,357 men, marking the lowest female representation in 15 years. While political parties aggressively court women voters through welfare schemes and promises, they continue citing "winnability" as the reason for limited tickets to female candidates. BJP's women candidates showed the highest success rate (69%) in the previous election, yet overall representation continues to decline despite parties' public commitments to gender equality in politics.
PM Modi Backs Nitish Kumar as NDA's Face for Bihar Assembly Elections 2025
Oct 24, 2025 04:39 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches NDA's Bihar election campaign, declaring that the alliance under Nitish Kumar will achieve a record-breaking victory. While endorsing the "sushasan babu," Modi's statement comes amid opposition challenges over the BJP-JDU's reluctance to officially name a chief ministerial candidate, contrasting with Mahagathbandhan's clear nomination of Tejashwi Yadav for the position.
Bihar's Silent Kingmakers: How Scheduled Caste Voters Will Determine the Next Government
Oct 18, 2025 01:56 pm CST
An in-depth analysis of Bihar's political landscape reveals Scheduled Caste voters, comprising 20% of the state's population, will be the decisive factor in the upcoming elections. The article examines voting patterns, community dynamics, and socioeconomic factors that make SC voters crucial in both reserved and non-reserved constituencies, potentially determining whether the National Democratic Alliance or Mahagathbandhan will form Bihar's next government.
Prashant Kishor's Strategic Retreat: The Political Consequences of Withdrawing from Bihar's Electoral Battleground
Oct 17, 2025 02:13 pm CST
This analysis examines Prashant Kishor's surprising withdrawal from contesting against Tejashwi Yadav in Bihar's Raghopur constituency, exploring how his retreat contradicts his established political persona and impacts his reformist narrative. The piece evaluates the implications for Bihar's political landscape as it consolidates into a binary contest between established coalitions, questioning whether Kishor's decision represents strategic wisdom or undermines his credibility as a political challenger.
BJP's Strategic Mastery: How Equal Seat-Sharing in Bihar Elections Could Reshape Political Power Dynamics
Oct 14, 2025 01:30 am CST
The BJP has finalized a strategic seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, marking a historic shift by contesting equal seats with JD(U) for the first time. This calculated approach mirrors their successful Maharashtra strategy and could position the party to claim Bihar's Chief Ministership if their candidates outperform JD(U) counterparts. Meanwhile, the opposition Mahagathbandhan remains mired in negotiations with elections less than three weeks away, highlighting BJP's organizational advantage in this critical electoral battle.
Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh Receives Y+ Security Protection Before Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 08, 2025 02:55 pm CST
Prominent Bhojpuri actor and singer Pawan Singh has been granted Y+ category security months ahead of the Bihar assembly elections following his return to the BJP. This security upgrade comes as Singh prepares for the 2025 Bihar elections, while his wife Jyoti Singh also announces her political ambitions in the state.
A Bharat Ratna Demand, Leadership Reminder: Inside EPS-Amit Shah Meet
Sep 17, 2025 03:10 pm CST
A Bharat Ratna for freedom fighter and Thevar community icon Pasumpon Muthuramalinga and expedition of corruption cases against the ruling DMK were among the points raised by AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami in a meet with Amit Shah.