The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has scripted a monumental victory in the Bihar Assembly elections on November 14, 2025, surging to leads in 208 of the 243 seats and surpassing the majority mark of 122 with a two-thirds dominance that’s unmatched in the state’s electoral history. This landslide eclipses the 2010 NDA haul of 206 seats, handing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar a record-extending fifth term and boosting ally BJP to its strongest showing ever in Bihar. The Mahagathbandhan trails disastrously at 28-33 seats, while Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj draws a blank, marking a total rout for the opposition.
Celebrations erupted at NDA headquarters in Patna with 500 kg of laddus, fireworks, and chants of “sushasan zindabad,” as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the “unprecedented mandate” for development and countered “opposition lies.” Voter turnout reached a record 67.13%—highest since 1951—driven by women and youth, amplifying the NDA’s wave.
NDA’s Breakdown: BJP Emerges Single Largest, JD(U) Powers Rural Sweep
The alliance’s success stems from smart seat-sharing, anti-“jungle raj” messaging, and welfare schemes like the Mukhyamantri Rozgar Yojna (₹10,000 payouts to 1.41 crore women). BJP’s 93 leads make it the top dog, up from 74 in 2020, while JD(U)’s 83 reflect Nitish’s EBC appeal. Smaller partners like LJP(RV) (19) and HAM (4) added crucial margins in Paswan and SC belts.
| Party | Leads/Wins | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| BJP | 93 | Urban surge; single largest party, best-ever tally |
| JD(U) | 83 | Nitish’s rural dominance; 5th CM term locked |
| LJP(RV) | 19 | Chirag Paswan’s revival in 28 contests |
| HAM/RLM/Others | 13 | SC/EBC boosts |
| NDA Total | 208 | Historic high, tops 2010’s 206 |
| RJD | 26 | Tejashwi’s bastions fall; down from 75 in 2020 |
| Congress | 4-5 | Strike rate flop (8% from 61 seats) |
| CPI(ML)/Others | 6 | Marginal gains |
| AIMIM | 6 | Seemanchal surprise (e.g., Jokihat win) |
| Mahagathbandhan Total | 28-33 | Wiped out; introspection looms |
Opposition Rout: Mahagathbandhan Crumbles, Jan Suraaj Fizzles
RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav lost Raghopur by 9,705 votes, while brother Tej Pratap finished fourth in Mahua (-10,700). Congress’ 4-5 seats from 61 contests yield an 8% strike rate, echoing 2020 woes. CPI(ML)’s 5 leads offer slim consolation. AIMIM’s 6 (e.g., Kochadhaman by 23,021) split Muslim votes, aiding NDA. Opposition cries “vote theft” via SIR (6M deletions), but Amit Shah defended it as “voter purification.”
Road Ahead: Nitish’s Oath, Modi’s Backing, and ‘Double Engine’ Revival
Nitish Kumar, 74, will swear in for his 10th term soon, with PM Modi attending—sealing NDA solidarity. Expect BJP deputies like Samrat Choudhary in cabinet. This “tsunami” eyes UP/Bengal polls, with Modi crediting “tireless workers” for countering “lies.” Full results by evening on results.eci.gov.in.
