Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Bihar Elections: Modi Claims Opposition Shocked, Leaders Trade Barbs
The top leaders of India's ruling party are campaigning hard in the state of Bihar for an upcoming election.
The Prime Minister said that the first day of voting was like a big electric shock to the other political teams, meaning his party did very well.
He asked people to vote even more in the next round of voting.
The Prime Minister and another top leader are accusing the other parties of having a bad past where there was a lot of crime and unfairness.
They also talked about finding and removing people who are not supposed to be in the country.
Meanwhile, leaders from the opposition parties are saying that the ruling party's claims are not true.
One opposition leader suggested that the election officials might be changing the list of who can vote.
Another opposition leader, who is a prominent politician, has been criticized for not campaigning much in Bihar, with his opponents saying it's because they already know they will lose.
A political strategist also questioned if people want to go back to the bad old days of crime.
Prime Minister Modi claimed the first phase of Bihar elections delivered a '65-volt jhatka' to the opposition due to high voter turnout.
High voter turnout of 65.08% was recorded in the first phase of Bihar elections on November 6, the highest in the state's history.
Polling for the second phase is scheduled for November 11, with results to be declared on November 14.
PM Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah attacked the opposition's 'Jungle Raj' record and pledged to remove 'infiltrators.'
Opposition leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Pawan Khera, dismissed NDA's victory claims and accused the Election Commission of manipulating voter lists.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress leader Pawan Khera, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, and Prashant Kishor, in the context of the Bihar Assembly elections.
- What
- Political leaders are campaigning for the Bihar elections, with PM Modi claiming a '65-volt jhatka' for the opposition and attacking 'Jungle Raj,' while the opposition criticizes the NDA's claims and alleges manipulation of voter lists.
- When
- In the lead-up to the second phase of Bihar elections on November 11, following the first phase on November 6, with results to be declared on November 14.
- Where
- Bihar, with campaign rallies and political discourse related to the state.
- Why
- To influence voters and secure victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, with both sides leveling accusations and highlighting their respective agendas.
Prime Minister Modi and NDA Campaign
Opposition's Response and Criticisms
Election Turnout and Opposition's Performance
Prime Minister Modi and NDA Campaign
Prime Minister Modi stated that the opposition INDIA bloc received a '65-volt jhatka' from the high voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar elections, indicating a strong performance by the NDA. He urged for record participation in the second phase to ensure an NDA victory.
Opposition's Response and Criticisms
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has dismissed the NDA's claims of victory as baseless. The opposition, represented by figures like Pawan Khera, has accused the Election Commission of potentially manipulating voter lists.
Allegations of 'Jungle Raj'
Prime Minister Modi and NDA Campaign
Prime Minister Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have sharply attacked the Opposition’s past record, referring to it as 'Jungle Raj.' Political strategist Prashant Kishor also questioned whether voters desired a return to the 'Jungle Raj of Lalten.'
Opposition's Response and Criticisms
The opposition has criticized the ruling party's rhetoric and election strategy.
Campaign Presence and Strategy
Prime Minister Modi and NDA Campaign
Prime Minister Modi concluded his campaign, expressing confidence in an NDA victory. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also actively campaigned. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav criticized Rahul Gandhi's absence from Bihar campaigning.
Opposition's Response and Criticisms
Congress leaders like Rahul Gandhi were reportedly campaigning in other states (Madhya Pradesh) while Bihar elections were ongoing. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has countered NDA claims of victory.
- First Phase Voter Turnout
- Record 65.08% on November 6.
- Second Phase Polling
- November 11 for 122 seats.
- Results Announcement
- November 14.
- Key Campaign Figures (NDA)
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- Key Campaign Figures (Opposition)
- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress leader Pawan Khera, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
- Key Campaign Figures (Other)
- Prashant Kishor, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav.
Sources
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