The first phase of voting for the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections concluded successfully. Polling took place across 121 seats spanning 18 districts of the state. Several heartwarming moments emerged during the voting process, showcasing the commitment of citizens towards their democratic duty. In Vaishali district, a son carried his 80-year-old mother in his arms to ensure she could cast her vote at the polling booth. Similarly, in Tarapur area of Munger district, security personnel assisted an elderly woman voter by helping her reach the booth. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar exercised his franchise in Bakhtiyarpur, while Lalu Prasad and Tejashwi Yadav visited a booth together in Patna to cast their votes. The enthusiasm among young voters was notably high throughout the day, with active participation observed at polling stations across all constituencies.
High Turnout and Inspiring Stories Mark First Phase
Voting was conducted across 121 assembly seats in the first phase, covering 18 districts including Patna, Darbhanga, Madhepura, Saharsa, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, and Siwan. The day witnessed remarkable dedication from voters of all age groups. In Vaishali, a son demonstrated extraordinary care by carrying his elderly 80-year-old mother to the polling booth. Munger's Tarapur area saw security personnel stepping forward to assist an elderly woman voter. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar cast his vote in Bakhtiyarpur, while opposition leaders Lalu Prasad and Tejashwi Yadav voted together at a Patna booth. Youth participation was particularly encouraging, with energetic crowds seen outside polling booths throughout the constituencies.
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