Bihar First Phase Polling Exceeds 60%, Initial Analysis Suggests Key Trends
Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 Phase 1: 60.13% Voter Turnout
Date: November 6, 2025
In a significant start to the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, Phase 1 polling concluded with a robust voter turnout of 60.13%, according to the Election Commission of India. The first phase covered 121 constituencies across 18 districts, setting the tone for what is shaping up to be a fiercely contested electoral battle.
Voter Turnout by District
| District | Turnout (%) |
|---|---|
| Begusarai | 67.32 |
| Samastipur | 66.65 |
| Madhepura | 65.74 |
| Gopalganj | 64.96 |
| Muzaffarpur | 64.63 |
| Saharsa | 62.65 |
| Lakhisarai | 62.76 |
| Khagaria | 60.65 |
| Saran | 60.90 |
| Vaishali | 59.45 |
| Darbhanga | 58.38 |
| Nalanda | 57.58 |
| Siwan | 57.41 |
| Buxar | 55.10 |
| Patna | 55.02 |
| Munger | 54.90 |
| Bhojpur | 53.24 |
| Sheikhpura | 52.36 |
Key Electoral Dynamics
- Triangular Contest: NDA (BJP + JD(U)), Mahagathbandhan (RJD + Congress), and Jan Suraaj Party are the main contenders.
- High-Stakes Constituencies: Patna, Muzaffarpur, and Begusarai saw high-profile campaigning and early voting by major leaders.
- Youth and Rural Surge: Strong turnout among first-time voters and rural areas suggests shifting priorities.
Voter Base and Logistics
- Eligible Voters: Over 3.75 crore (37.5 million)
- Polling Stations: 45,341 across 18 districts
- Security: Enhanced EVM monitoring and deployment in sensitive zones
What’s Next?
With two more phases to follow, political observers are closely watching how the initial turnout and regional patterns will influence campaign strategies. The next phase is scheduled for mid-November, covering the remaining constituencies.
