The 2025 Bihar Assembly election results show a clear advantage for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). The Janata Dal (United), led by Nitish Kumar, emerged at the forefront, reportedly even ahead of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the latest trends. Despite fluctuations in seat numbers over the years, Nitish Kumar remains the pivotal figure in Bihar politics, having served as Chief Minister after finishing as the largest party in 2010, second-largest in 2015, and third-largest in 2020. His consistent hold on power is attributed to successful social coalition-building among Extremely Backward Classes, Mahadalits, non-Yadav Other Backward Classes, and strong support from women voters. Meanwhile, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), led by Chirag Paswan, delivered an impressive performance, leading in over 20 of the 29 seats contested, marking a significant political rise within the NDA alliance.
Nitish Kumar's Enduring Political Dominance
Nitish Kumar continues to be the central figure in Bihar's political landscape, regardless of his party's seat tally. His strength lies in a unique social coalition that brings together Extremely Backward Classes, Mahadalits, and non-Yadav Other Backward Classes, alongside two decades of strong backing from women voters. In 2010, JD(U) was the top party; in 2015, it came second; and in 2020, it finished third—yet Nitish became Chief Minister every time. The current election results reinforce this pattern, with JD(U) leading the NDA tally. His ability to remain indispensable in coalition politics ensures that seat numbers may vary, but his control over the state's governance does not waver.
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