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Bihar Makes Electoral History: Record Turnout and Zero Repolls Achieved

Bihar has achieved something truly remarkable in its electoral history. The state recorded its highest-ever voter turnout at 67.13 percent since Independence. What makes this even more impressive is that there were zero repolls required across all constituencies. This success story reflects the effectiveness of the Election Commission's comprehensive reforms and digital monitoring systems.

Key Points: Bihar Assembly Election Sets Record Voter Turnout and Zero Repolls

  • Record 67.13% voter turnout marks highest since Independence in Bihar
  • Female voters outpaced males with impressive 71.78% participation rate
  • ECI's Bihar First initiative implemented 17 key electoral reforms successfully
  • Advanced digital infrastructure enabled real-time monitoring at 90,740 polling stations
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Bihar created electoral history with record turnout, zero repolls: ECI

Bihar creates electoral history with 67.13% record voter turnout and zero repolls across all constituencies, marking unprecedented success in election management.

"SIR 2025 was conducted with zero appeals to ensure that the Bihar Electoral Roll was up to date and clean - Election Commission of India"

New Delhi, Nov 12

The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 concluded with a historic milestone — a record voter turnout of 67.13 per cent, the highest ever recorded in the state since Independence, and “zero repolls” across all constituencies, the ECI said on Wednesday.

The ECI also highlighted that during the Lok Sabha elections of 2014, 2019 and 2024 -- 96, three and two re-polls were conducted, respectively.

Similarly, during the Bihar assembly elections in 2015 and 2020, two and three re-polls were conducted

According to the ECI, this unprecedented achievement reflects the success of its Bihar First initiatives -- a set of 17 focused reforms introduced since March 2025 to ensure free, fair, and inclusive elections.

Female voter participation was particularly notable, with 71.78 per cent turnout compared to 62.98 per cent among male voters.

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, closely monitored the entire polling process through webcasting at all 90,740 polling stations, the ECI said in its press note.

The advanced digital infrastructure, powered by ECINet, ensured real-time supervision, voter facilitation, and timely data updates throughout the two-phased polls.

The Commission reported that scrutiny of poll documents in all 122 Assembly Constituencies was conducted smoothly in the presence of Returning Officers, General Observers, and over 460 candidates or their agents.

No discrepancies, malpractices, or irregularities were detected, resulting in no re-poll being recommended -- a first in Bihar's electoral history.

Among the major reforms were the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2025, which produced a clean and updated electoral roll with 7.45 crore registered voters.

"SIR 2025 was conducted with zero appeals to ensure that the Bihar Electoral Roll was up to date and clean. Based on this exercise, 7,45,26,858 electors were eligible to vote in the elections across two phases," the ECI said.

Other key initiatives included training Booth Level Officers in Delhi's IIIDEM, doubling honorariums for election staff, establishing mobile deposit facilities outside polling stations, and ensuring 100 per cent webcasting to enhance transparency.

The Commission also introduced improvements in EVM design, mandatory VVPAT counting protocols, and a voter-centric app under ECINet for near real-time updates.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great to see women leading the voter turnout with 71.78%! This shows how empowered our women voters have become. Bihar setting an example for the entire country.
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Arjun K
While the achievement is impressive, I hope this transparency continues in future elections too. Sometimes initial successes aren't sustained. Still, kudos to ECI for this milestone.
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Sarah B
The technological improvements like webcasting at all 90,740 polling stations and real-time monitoring through ECINet are game-changers. This should be implemented nationwide!
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Vikram M
From 96 repolls in 2014 to zero now - what a transformation! This gives me hope that our democracy is getting stronger with each election. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The clean electoral roll with 7.45 crore voters and zero appeals during SIR 2025 shows meticulous planning. When administration works efficiently, democracy thrives.

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