The first phase of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections recorded a voter turnout of around 64.7%, the highest ever in the state’s electoral history.
Polling was held across 121 constituencies, with nearly 3.75 crore voters eligible to cast their votes. A total of 1,314 candidates, including 122 women, were in the fray. Voting took place at more than 45,000 polling stations, the majority located in rural areas.
The Election Commission reported largely peaceful polling, with only a few isolated incidents. A convoy of the Deputy Chief Minister was reportedly attacked, and there were minor disturbances and boycotts in a few constituencies such as Buxar, Fatuha, and Suryagarha.
Districts such as Begusarai saw impressive voter enthusiasm with nearly 67% turnout, while urban centers like Patna recorded comparatively lower participation. In Munger district, residents of Bhimband cast their votes for the first time in two decades, marking a milestone in restoring democratic participation in the region.
Officials said advanced monitoring systems, including live webcasting from polling stations, helped ensure transparency and security throughout the process.
The second phase of polling will cover the remaining 122 constituencies. Counting of votes is scheduled for November 14, setting the stage for an intense political outcome in the days ahead.
