Live: Bihar Election Results 2025 NDA Crosses Majority Mark in Early Trends, Mahagathbandhan Trails

The counting of votes for the 243-seat Bihar Assembly began at 8 am on Friday, with early trends pointing to a tight contest between the ruling NDA and the Opposition Mahagathbandhan. As of 9:30 am, the NDA crossed the majority mark of 122 seats, even as the RJD held a narrow edge over the BJP in the number of seats they were leading on.

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Key Updates

9:17 AM | RJD Ahead of BJP in Early Leads

Early projections from PValue Analyst show the RJD leading in 59 seats, slightly ahead of the BJP, which is ahead in 54 constituencies.

9:12 AM | ECI Early Trends: BJP Ahead on 6 Seats, RJD on 2

The Election Commission's initial figures show the NDA leading in 12 seats (BJP 7, LJP 2, JD(U) 3), while the Mahagathbandhan leads in 4 seats (RJD 2, Congress 2).

9:05 AM | Tej Pratap Trails After Initial Lead

Tej Pratap Yadav, who began the morning with a lead from Mahua, is now trailing, as per early inputs from PValue Analyst.

8:58 AM | Tejashwi & Tej Pratap Lead on Their Seats

Lalu Prasad Yadav’s sons Tejashwi and Tej Pratap started strong, leading from Raghopur and Mahua respectively, according to very early trends. The brothers are contesting from different parties this time after Tej Pratap’s expulsion from the RJD.

8:50 AM | RJD Leads on 50+ Seats; BJP, JD(U) Over 30 Each

Very early trends show RJD ahead on more than 50 seats. NDA partners BJP and JD(U) are leading in over 30 seats each.

8:46 AM | NDA Crosses 60-Seat Mark Early; RJD Leads in 40+

According to PValue, the NDA touched early leads on more than 60 seats, with the RJD ahead on over 40 seats.

8:34 AM | Slow Start for JD(U), Leads in 10 Seats

While the BJP surged ahead in 27 seats, JD(U) recorded a modest lead in 10 constituencies.

8:26 AM | BJP Ahead on 16 Seats, RJD on 8, JSP on 2

BJP leads include Alinagar, Gaya Town, Bagaha and Lakhisarai. RJD and Jan Suraaj Party are showing early gains as well.

8:20 AM | Tej Pratap Leads in Mahua

Early leads show Tej Pratap Yadav ahead on the Mahua seat, contesting on a JJD ticket.

8:16 AM | BJP Takes First Two Early Leads

The BJP opened its tally with leads from Alinagar and Tarapur.

8:12 AM | BJP Predicts 200 Seats

Minister Nitin Nabin expressed confidence that the NDA is set for a sweeping victory, claiming the alliance could win up to 200 seats.

8:02 AM | Counting Begins Across 46 Centres

Vote counting began with postal ballots. Tight security, including a three-layer perimeter, has been deployed at all strong rooms.

7:53 AM | BJP Preps for Celebration at Delhi HQ

Even before counting began, festive preparations had started at the BJP’s headquarters with traditional dishes like sattu paratha and jalebi being prepared.

7:43 AM | No Victory Processions Allowed

Authorities have imposed strict security measures, including restrictions on gatherings and prohibition of victory rallies.

7:27 AM | Voting Summary

Voting took place in two phases on November 6 and 11, with early trends expected to emerge around 9 am. The key contest is between the NDA (BJP, JD(U), LJP) and the Mahagathbandhan (RJD, Congress), with newer entrants like the JSP and JJD also in the fray.

7:15 AM | 2,616 Candidates in Fray

A total of 2,616 candidates contested across 243 Assembly seats. The Election Commission confirmed that no re-polls were required in any constituency.

7:01 AM | NDA Confident of ‘Good Governance Mandate’

NDA leaders claimed the results will reflect public support for their governance model. Several exit polls have also projected a comfortable majority for the alliance.

6:46 AM | Two-Tier Security, CCTV Surveillance

All counting centres have been equipped with 24/7 CCTV surveillance and double-lock EVM storage.

6:29 AM | RJD Leader’s Remark Sparks Controversy

An RJD leader’s reference to a potential “Nepal-like situation” triggered political backlash and an FIR ahead of counting.

6:18 AM | Which Exit Poll Favoured Mahagathbandhan?

While most exit polls predicted an NDA win, one (Journo Mirror) forecast 130–140 seats for the Mahagathbandhan.

5:52 AM | Seat-Sharing in NDA

BJP and JD(U) contested 101 seats each; LJP contested 29. Smaller partners HAM(S) and RLM contested six each.

5:33 AM | Pollsters Predict Stronger NDA Mandate

Most exit polls suggested NDA crossing 133 seats, with some projecting an even larger tally.

5:09 AM | Record Voter Turnout

Bihar recorded a historic turnout of 66.91% — the highest since 1951. Women voters outnumbered men in several districts.

4:58 AM | Key Candidates to Watch

Prominent candidates include Tejashwi Yadav (Raghopur), Samrat Choudhary (Tarapur), Maithili Thakur (Alinagar), Tej Pratap Yadav (Mahua), and Khesari Lal (Chapra).

4:47 AM | Exit Polls Give NDA Clear Edge

Multiple pollsters predicted the NDA comfortably crossing the majority mark, projecting at least 133 seats.