The first phase of voting for the Bihar assembly elections concluded successfully. A total of 121 seats across 18 districts participated in this polling phase. Voters displayed remarkable enthusiasm, with many travelling to polling stations using horses, buffaloes, goats, and boats to cast their votes. Women and elderly citizens showed particularly high levels of excitement and participation in the democratic process. However, reports emerged from 4 districts where local residents boycotted the voting process. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar cast his vote at Bakhtiyanpur, while Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav voted together at a polling booth in Patna. The youth turnout was notably strong throughout the day. Polling booths witnessed long queues as citizens exercised their franchise. This phase covered multiple districts including Darbhanga, Madhepura, Saharsa, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, and Siwan among others.
High Voter Enthusiasm and Unique Transportation Methods
Voters across the 18 districts demonstrated exceptional commitment to democracy by using unconventional transportation methods to reach polling stations. Many citizens travelled on horses, buffaloes, goats, and boats to cast their ballots. Women and elderly voters particularly stood out with their high enthusiasm and dedication. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar voted at Bakhtiyanpur, while opposition leaders Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav jointly visited a Patna polling booth to cast their votes. Young voters also showed strong participation throughout the day. Despite the enthusiasm, voting boycotts were reported in 4 districts. The polling process covered key areas including Darbhanga, Madhepura, Saharsa, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, and Siwan constituencies across Bihar.
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