The political fate of Bihar was decided on Tuesday, November 11, as the state concluded the second and final phase of its high-stakes assembly elections. The subsequent exit polls have unanimously projected a strong performance for the incumbent National Democratic Alliance (NDA), setting the stage for a potential return to power.
Exit Polls Signal NDA Advantage
As the dust settled on the campaign trail, all major exit poll surveys released after the final round of voting pointed towards a single outcome: the NDA holding a significant edge over the opposition Mahagathbandhan alliance. This consensus has created a wave of optimism within the ruling coalition's camp.
The anticipation for the official results has been palpable across the state and at the national headquarters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi.
Celebrations Begin at BJP Headquarters
With the formal counting of votes commencing on Friday, November 14, the mood at the BJP headquarters in the national capital was visibly jubilant. Party workers began preparations for a grand victory celebration, symbolically trading the traditional Bihari snack of Litti Chokha for the sweet festive treat of Jalebi.
The ANI news agency captured the early celebratory atmosphere, highlighting the sense of confidence within the party ranks as the first trends started to trickle in from the counting centers across Bihar's numerous constituencies.
A State Awaits its Verdict
The election, fought across two phases, has been one of the most keenly observed political battles in the country. Voters from all 243 assembly constituencies, from Valmiki Nagar in the west to Jagdishpur in the east, have cast their ballots to choose their next government.
The final results will determine whether the exit poll predictions hold true, cementing the NDA's position or delivering a surprise verdict for the Mahagathbandhan. For now, the BJP is counting its Jalebis, hopeful that the numbers will translate into a decisive mandate.
