Archive · 9 Nov 2025
PM Modi Claims NDA Victory, Attacks Opposition Amidst Bihar Poll Campaign
The leader of India, Prime Minister Modi, finished his campaign speeches for elections happening in the state of Bihar.
He told everyone that his party, the NDA, has already won because people voted for them in the first part of the election, and he promised to come back for the winners' party.
Other leaders from his party also spoke at rallies, saying mean things about the main opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, and questioning his promises.
Rahul Gandhi's sister also gave speeches, saying her party is fighting against the Prime Minister's 'empire' and that some election officials are trying to cheat.
The opposition party also put up posters showing their young leader being offered the top job in the state.
Meanwhile, a man named Prashant Kishor said that people who moved away from Bihar for work are now a big factor in the election, and because of them, the government stopped special trains for a holiday.
Prime Minister Modi concluded his campaign in Bihar, asserting an NDA victory and claiming the opposition received a significant setback in the first election phase.
Union Ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh attacked Rahul Gandhi's campaign, questioning his pro-Dalit stance and credibility.
Rahul Gandhi's sister, Priyanka Vadra, campaigned for the Congress, accusing the ruling party of creating an 'empire' and alleging electoral malpractice by the Election Commission.
RJD celebrated Tejashwi Yadav's birthday with posters and a large cake, highlighting his aspirations for the Chief Minister post.
Prashant Kishor alleged that migrant voters ('apravasis') are a decisive factor in the election, leading to the alleged halting of special trains for Chhath festivities.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, UP CM Mohan Yadav, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Congress general secretary Priyanka Vadra, RJD leaders, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor.
- What
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his campaign for the Bihar assembly polls, claiming an NDA victory and criticizing the opposition. Key opposition leaders also campaigned, levelling allegations against the ruling coalition and the Election Commission. There were also claims regarding migrant voter influence and government actions.
- When
- Saturday, the penultimate day for canvassing for the second and final phase of the Bihar assembly polls. Rahul Gandhi was reportedly in Madhya Pradesh the day after campaigning in Bihar.
- Where
- Bihar (Bettiah, Sitamarhi, Patna, North-eastern and South-western parts of the state), Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.
- Why
- To garner support for the NDA in the ongoing Bihar assembly elections and to counter the opposition's campaign narrative.
Opposition (INDIA Bloc)
NDA (BJP)
Election Performance and Strategy
Opposition (INDIA Bloc)
Rahul Gandhi criticizes the BJP-led coalition with 'vote chori' allegations and attempts to project a pro-Dalit image. Priyanka Vadra claims the Congress is fighting the 'empire of Modi' and alleges that Election Commissioners are conspiring to steal the people's vote.
NDA (BJP)
PM Modi claims the opposition received a '65-volt jhatka' in the first phase and promises to return for the swearing-in of the new NDA government. He suggests the opposition would impose restrictions on people if they came to power. Amit Shah attacks Rahul Gandhi's credibility and asserts the Congress's defeat, while Rajnath Singh questions Gandhi's commitment to Dalit empowerment. Uttar Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav criticizes Rahul Gandhi's absence, calling it a sign of conceding defeat.
Corruption and Governance
Opposition (INDIA Bloc)
Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' allegations and Priyanka Vadra's accusations against the Election Commission highlight concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.
NDA (BJP)
PM Modi refers to Rahul Gandhi's late father's admission about corruption in government spending and criticizes the RJD's potential governance, alleging they would impose curfews. The RJD posters depicting Tejashwi Yadav with a 'CM of Bihar' throne indicate internal political dynamics.
Voter Influence and Special Issues
Opposition (INDIA Bloc)
Prashant Kishor alleges that the emergence of 'apravasis' (migrant voters) as an 'X factor' has led the central government to 'stop' special trains announced for Chhath festivities.
NDA (BJP)
PM Modi highlights the NDA's efforts to renovate Punaura Dham and criticizes the opposition for appeasing 'infiltrators' for vote bank politics. He also mentions the high turnout in the first phase as favorable to the NDA.
- Prime Minister's Final Rally
- Bettiah, Bihar
- Election Phase
- Campaigning for the second and final phase of Bihar assembly polls.
- Opposition's Election Performance Claim
- PM Modi claims INDIA bloc received a '65-volt jhatka' in the first phase with a 65.09% turnout.
- Key Opposition Figures
- Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra, Tejashwi Yadav (RJD)
- Key NDA Figures
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, Former UP CM Akhilesh Yadav, Former Union Minister Smriti Irani
- RJD Activity
- Posters show Tejashwi Yadav being offered a 'CM of Bihar' throne for his 36th birthday; party workers celebrated with a cake.
- Prashant Kishor's Allegation
- Claims migrant voters are influencing the election and that the central government halted special trains for Chhath festivities due to this.
Sources
Few takers for ‘vote chori’ pitch on route of Rahul’s Bihar yatra: ‘Those raising it must explain … we don’t understand it’
Rahul: BJP Steals Votes Wholesale
High turnout ’65-volt’ shock to Oppn, will be back in Bihar for new NDA govt’s swearing in: Modi
PM Modi Mocks ‘Katta Sarkar,’ In Bihar Pitches NDA Start-Ups
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