Bihar Elections 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘25 se 30, phir se Nitish’ Hoarding Grabs Attention in Patna Ahead of Phase 2 Voting
With Phase 2 of the Bihar Assembly Elections set for November 11, a pro-Nitish Kumar hoarding in Patna — reading “25 se 30, phir se Nitish” — has gone viral. Campaigning has concluded, and top leaders from the NDA and Mahagathbandhan made their final appeals ahead of the decisive vote.
A massive “25 se 30, phir se Nitish” hoarding supporting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar seen in Patna ahead of the second phase of Bihar Assembly elections 2025.
With the Bihar Assembly Elections spanning multiple years in 2025 coming down to the wire, both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Mahagathbandhan in desperation have finished campaigning for the second round of polling that is to be held on Tuesday, November 11. This is the most crucial phase of the elections and counting will take place on Friday, November 14.
In Patna's picture-perfect landscape, there is one particularly large billboard piece of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar that has been noticed and its inscription reads “25 se 30, phir se Nitish” (From 2025 to 2030, Nitish once again). The signboard, which is located in the Kotwali neighborhood of the city, is a clear indication of the JD(U)’s aspiration for another five years for Kumar.
🔹 Rahul Gandhi Urges Bihar’s Youth to ‘Protect Democracy’
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP and the Election Commission of “stealing votes” and urged Gen Z voters to remain alert at polling booths.
🔹 Nitish Kumar’s Open Letter to Voters
In a letter to the people of Bihar, the Chief Minister highlighted his government’s efforts in disaster management, flood control, and irrigation development, promising continued work for a safer, more developed state.
🔹 Prashant Kishor Criticises Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar Outreach
Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor dismissed Rahul Gandhi’s influence on Bihar’s youth, claiming the Congress leader “lacks connect and understanding” of the state’s political realities.
🔹 Key Battles in Phase 2
High-profile constituencies like Jamui, Dhamdaha, Chhatapur, and Chakai will witness fierce contests. In Imamganj, HAM(S) candidate Deepa Kumari faces RJD’s Ritu Priya Chaudhary in a closely watched seat.
🔹 Leaders Trade Barbs as Campaign Ends
At rallies across Bihar, NDA leaders including Rajnath Singh and Chirag Paswan expressed confidence in securing a clear majority. Singh criticised the RJD, saying “those days of rule by katta (country-made pistols) are over.”
On the other hand, Akhilesh Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav claimed that “Bihar is ready for change,” asserting that the Mahagathbandhan will return to power.
🔹 Exit Polls and Result Schedule
Exit poll results will be released after voting concludes on November 11, following the Election Commission’s guidelines. The official counting and results will be declared on November 14.
