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Bihar Election Phase 2: 122 Seats, 1,302 Candidates in Final Voting Round
Bihar is holding the last day of its elections on November 11 for 122 areas.
Many important politicians, like ministers and former deputy chief ministers, are trying to win their seats.
Over 3.7 crore people can vote at more than 45,000 voting places, with most of them in villages.
The areas voting include those near Nepal, which are important because of the large Muslim population.
The election is a big competition between two main groups, the NDA and the INDIA Alliance.
Security is very tight with over 4 lakh people helping to make sure everything is fair.
The people of Bihar will vote for their leaders, and the final results will be announced on November 14 after all the votes are counted.
This is the final step before the new government is chosen.
The second and final phase of Bihar Assembly elections will be held on November 11 for 122 constituencies.
Over 1,300 candidates, including several ministers and prominent political figures, are contesting in this final round.
Approximately 3.70 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots across 45,399 polling stations, with a majority in rural areas.
Security has been significantly heightened with over 4 lakh personnel deployed for the election duties.
Vote counting for the Bihar Assembly elections is scheduled for November 14.
- Who
- 1,302 candidates, including ministers from the Nitish Kumar government, former deputy chief minister Tarkishore Prasad, and 3.70 crore voters.
- What
- The second and final phase of voting for the Bihar Assembly elections across 122 assembly segments.
- Where
- Across 122 assembly segments in Bihar, including districts bordering Nepal such as West Champaran, East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Supaul, Araria, and Kishanganj.
- When
- November 11, with vote counting scheduled for November 14.
- Why
- To determine the electoral fortunes of candidates and form the new Bihar Assembly.
INDIA Alliance
NDA Alliance
Demographic Focus
INDIA Alliance
The INDIA alliance banks on the support of the minority community, particularly in the Seemanchal region.
NDA Alliance
The NDA alleges that the opposition is 'protecting infiltrators', implying a strategic difference in addressing the region's demographics.
Governance and Development Claims
INDIA Alliance
Tejashwi Yadav alleges that industries are not being set up in Bihar, implying a lack of development.
NDA Alliance
The BJP highlights the establishment of 17 ethanol plants, textile parks, and a significant biscuit industry, along with MoUs worth Rs 1.18 lakh crore, asserting Bihar is free from terror and has seen positive governance.
Political Legacy
INDIA Alliance
The opposition's rhetoric is framed as a battle against the legacy of 'jungle raj' associated with Lalu Prasad Yadav.
NDA Alliance
The ruling alliance criticizes the opposition, linking them to a past of corruption and lawlessness ('jungle raj').
Key facts
- Voting Date
- November 11
- Constituencies in Phase 2
- 122
- Total Constituencies
- 243
- Candidates in Phase 2
- 1,302
- Eligible Voters
- 3.70 crore
- Polling Stations
- 45,399
- Rural Polling Stations
- 40,073
- Security Personnel Deployed
- Over 4 lakh
- Vote Counting Date
- November 14
Timeline
India finds one lakh untraceable voters in Bihar.
The ECI begins a special revision of voter rolls.
This process sparks political and judicial concerns.
Then, election officials review state security plans.
Finally, Nepal border points close for 72 hours.
Quotes
Ravi Shankar Prasad
Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister
“Tejashwi Yadav held a press conference after the campaign period ended. During the silence period, such statements show that he has already conceded defeat.”
thehansindia.com
“Rahul Gandhi is a political tourist. He goes on safaris instead of serious campaigning. The issues he raises are tired and irrelevant.”
thehansindia.com
NDA supporters
Supporters of the National Democratic Alliance
“raise their hands at a public rally”
rediff.com
Sources
122 seats, 1,302 candidates: Bihar set for second phase of polling on Tuesday
Bihar polls phase II: 4 lakh security personnel deployed
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India-Nepal Border Closed Ahead of Bihar polls, Movement Halted at Birgunj-Raxaul Crossing
Bihar polls phase 2: India-Nepal border closed for 72 hours, movement halted at Birgunj-Raxaul crossing Birgunj - India News
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