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Bihar Polls: Why Nitish Kumar's Leadership Won Public Trust Amid NDA Sweep

The NDA alliance has secured a decisive victory in Bihar's assembly elections, surpassing even their own expectations. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi attributes this landslide win to public trust in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership. The election saw record-breaking voter turnout, particularly among women who showed strong participation. The successful Modi-Nitish partnership proved to be the defining factor in this electoral battle.

Key Points: Jitan Ram Manjhi Credits Nitish Kumar for NDA Bihar Victory

  • NDA crosses 200 seats exceeding alliance's initial 160-seat projection
  • Nitish Kumar's women empowerment initiatives credited for electoral success
  • Historic 67.13% voter turnout recorded with women voters at 71.6%
  • BJP-JD(U) alliance projected united front with Modi-Nitish partnership
  • NDA leads with BJP 68, JD(U) 50 seats while opposition trails at 19
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There is faith in Nitish Kumar among Bihar people: Jitan Ram Manjhi on NDA's performance in Bihar polls

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi says NDA's Bihar election landslide reflects public faith in Nitish Kumar's leadership and women empowerment initiatives.

"There is faith in Nitish Kumar among the people. This is why the people of Bihar have faith that work is being done in Bihar. - Jitan Ram Manjhi"

Gaya Ji, November 14

As the NDA crossed the majority mark in the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi said the results were fully in line with the alliance's expectations, adding that the mandate reflects deep public trust in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership.

Speaking to ANI, Manjhi said the alliance had anticipated a strong wave, but the final numbers exceeded even their projections. "We had expected such results... We were saying above 160, but today the result is above 200," he said.

The Union Minister attributed the NDA's impressive lead to Nitish Kumar's governance record, particularly his work on women-focused initiatives.

"Nitish Kumar has worked for women's empowerment... There is faith in Nitish Kumar among the people. This is why the people of Bihar have faith that work is being done in Bihar. The people of Bihar have acted very wisely... We have started many works here in the form of MSME," Manjhi added.

According to the EC, the NDA has won 133 seats as of 7:30 pm, with the BJP winning 68, JD(U) 50, LJP(RV) 12, HAM 2 and RLM 1.

The opposition's Mahagathbandhan is lagging at 19 seats with RJD winning 15, Congress 2, CPI(M) (L) 1 and CPI(M) 1.

The return of a confident, coordinated BJP-JD(U) alliance has significantly reshaped the battlefield this time. With Prime Minister Modi standing firmly beside Nitish Kumar throughout the campaign, the coalition projected a united and reinvigorated front, emphasising welfare delivery, infrastructure expansion, social schemes, and administrative stability.

The mix of PM Modi's national appeal and Bihar CM's extensive grassroots presence has created a formidable electoral force, one that appears poised to translate its political momentum into a landslide victory in Bihar. As Bihar reached the verdict stage, the PM Modi-Nitish partnership has emerged as the defining factor of the assembly election.

It's worth noting that Bihar recorded a historic 67.13% voter turnout, the highest since 1951, with women voters outpacing men (71.6% vs 62.8%).

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in Bihar for 5 years, I can see the infrastructure improvements firsthand. The roads are better, electricity is more reliable. People recognize real work when they see it.
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Priya S
The historic voter turnout, especially women voters at 71.6%, speaks volumes! When women come out in such numbers, you know they're voting for their future and safety. Nitish Kumar's women-centric policies have really connected.
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Aman W
While I respect the mandate, I hope the government focuses more on youth employment. Many educated youngsters are still struggling to find good jobs in Bihar. The MSME push is good but needs to create more sustainable employment.
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Michael C
The Modi-Nitish combination proved unbeatable. National development vision combined with local governance experience - that's what Bihar needed. The results show people want stability and progress.
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Nisha Z
Bihar has chosen development over dynasty politics! The people have spoken clearly - they want work, not rhetoric. Congratulations to NDA for this massive victory! 🙏

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