According to the Poll of Polls, the NDA is projected to win around 147 seats — well above the majority mark — signaling another term for Nitish Kumar and BJP.
NDA Poised for Clear Majority in Bihar
The political winds in Bihar seem to be shifting strongly in favor of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
According to the latest Poll of Polls, the NDA could secure around 147 seats, comfortably crossing the 122-seat majority mark.
If these projections hold true, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alliance are on track for yet another term in power.
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8 Major Exit Polls Predict Strong NDA Lead
Eight key poll agencies — including Chanakya Strategies, Matrize, People’s Insight, and P-Marq — show the NDA winning 147 to 167 seats.
The Mahagathbandhan, led by RJD and Congress, is projected to get 70 to 90 seats, while other parties may bag between 2 and 10 seats.
The Matrize-IANS Exit Poll suggests the NDA could capture 48% of the vote share, compared to 37% for the Mahagathbandhan and 15% for others, indicating a clear advantage for the ruling alliance.
Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraj Party Fails to Impress
Polls show Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraj Party (JSP) failing to make a mark in its electoral debut.
Almost all agencies have limited JSP’s tally to 0–2 seats, signaling that the strategist-turned-politician’s much-hyped entry has not resonated with voters.
Key Election Themes: Development vs. Unemployment
The Bihar campaign saw intense political battles. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah repeatedly framed the contest as “Development vs. Jungle Raj.”
Meanwhile, Tejashwi Yadav focused his campaign on jobs, inflation, and welfare promises, including a pledge of one government job per family and ₹30,000 financial aid for women.
A Defining Election for Nitish Kumar
Political observers believe this could be a historic election for Nitish Kumar, possibly his last assembly contest.
On the other hand, Lalu Prasad Yadav has officially handed over the leadership of the RJD to his son Tejashwi Yadav, symbolizing a generational shift in Bihar politics.
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Exit Polls Are Only Indicators, Not Results
Experts caution that exit polls often miss the final picture.
The actual verdict will only be known on counting day, but early trends suggest a sweeping win for the NDA if the predictions hold true.
Disclaimer:
Exit poll figures are estimates, not final results. Actual outcomes may vary on counting day. Viewers are advised to wait for official results before drawing conclusions.
