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 Bihar goes to the polls in November 2025 in what promises to be one of the most competitive state elections in recent memory. This article explains the background, who the main players are, what they’re promising, and a practical, ground-level view of the choices voters face. I’ve written it at a common-literacy level and included concrete, everyday examples and reporting-based details so it reads like a well-surveyed blog post. Key facts and recent developments are cited. Created with ChatGPT Quick Information: Election dates: Voting happens in two phases — 6 November and 11 November 2025 ; counting is on 14 November 2025 . Seats: All 243 assembly seats are up; a party/coalition needs 122 seats for a majority.  Major players: The NDA (BJP + JD(U) + allies), the INDIA/Mahagathbandhan bloc (RJD + Congress + allies), and a new third force — Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj — plus local outfits and independents. Why Bihar Election matter? Bihar’s politics is shaped by caste i...

 As Bihar gears up for the 2025 Assembly elections, the state finds itself at a familiar yet unsettling crossroads. Political promises flood the airwaves, alliances are redrawn, and old narratives are dressed in new attire. But beneath the noise lies a more profound question: What has truly changed in Bihar, and what still desperately needs to? A Legacy of Missed Opportunities Bihar’s electoral journey has been turbulent, shaped by deep caste loyalties, social upheavals, and a persistent demand for development. Leaders have come and gone, but the core issues—unemployment, poor infrastructure, and migration—have stubbornly endured. Nitish Kumar once ushered in hopes of good governance. But over the years, his frequent shifts in alliance—most notably his back-and-forth between the BJP and RJD—have weakened the credibility of his political narrative. The 2020 election result was less a vote of confidence and more a reflection of voter fatigue and resignation. The Current Political L...