PM Modi in Bihar Today | Bihar Assembly Election 2025 LIVE Updates: The authorities are ensuring proper enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) at the Uttar Pradesh-Bihar border ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajeev Krishna said, “The first and second phases of the Bihar elections have been declared. Some forces from Uttar Pradesh will also go there. A coordination meeting has been held with the Chief Secretary and DGP of Bihar. Action is being taken to ensure compliance with the code of conduct at the border.”
“Action has been taken to ensure that no act that could influence the elections takes place there. Action would be taken against any kind of cash, seizure, liquor or any such activity that can adversely influence the elections. Village committees also,” DGP Rajeev Krishna added.
On the other hand, CM Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal United (JD(U)) has expelled 11 leaders, including a former minister, for anti-party activities and “defying its ideology” in the run-up to the assembly elections. As per the statement released by JD(U), these expelled members have also been suspended from the party’s primary membership.
“The party took disciplinary action after it found that all 11 leaders were indulging in anti-party activities in the state,” the statement issued on Saturday said.
Those who have been expelled include former minister Shailesh Kumar, former MLAs Shyam Bahadur Singh and Sudharshan Kumar, and former MLCs Sanjay Prasad and Ranvijay Singh.
PM Modi to visit Bihar again on October 30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar on October 30 to attend two programmes in Muzaffarpur and Chhapra, said BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal. This will be the PM’s second visit to the poll-bound state ahead of first phase of voting in November.
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi visited Samastipur and Begusarai and addressed two rallies in the poll-bound state. Speaking to ANI, Jaiswal said, “The Prime Minister is coming to Bihar again on October 30, right after Chhath Puja. His first program will be in Motipur, Muzaffarpur at around 10 am. After Muzaffarpur, he will have a program in Chhapra at around 1 pm, and after these two events, his programs will continue in November. For now, the Prime Minister is coming to Bihar on October 30 for events in Muzaffarpur and Chhapra.”
The Prime Minister kick-started his election campaign for the high-stakes Bihar Assembly elections on Friday, stressing that the NDA will return to power in the state.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off his election campaign from socialist leader Karpoori Thakur, addressing two rallies in Samastipur and Begusarai. He thanked people for attending his rallies in huge numbers at a time when the state is celebrating Chhath. PM Modi took a swipe at the Mahagathbandhan and said that his government transformed “jungle raj” into good governance.
“You all are getting benefits of the ‘GST Bachat Utsav’…. I thank you all for coming here in large numbers. Ab nayi raftar se chalega Bihar jab phir aayegi NDA sarkar,” PM Modi said.
PM Modi remembers Karpoori Thakur in Samstipur rally speech
After paying tribute to Bihar’s socialist leader Karpoori Thakur, the Prime Minister didn’t forget to mention him in his speech. He said that NDA will follow in the great leader’s footsteps when elected to power in the upcoming Bihar Assembly Election 2025. Earlier, he took to X and wished the people of the poll-bound state on the occasion of Chhath and also urged them to share puja related songs with him. PM Modi will hold another rally in Begusarai at 2 PM.
PM Modi launches strong attack against Opposition
During his virtual interaction, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticised the Opposition, calling their alliance a “Lathbandhan”. He accused them of putting “self-interest” above everything else and said they “don’t care about the youth of Bihar”.
“Those who call themselves the ‘Gathbandhan,’ whom the people of Bihar call the ‘Lathbandhan,’ only know how to use the lathi and keep fighting. For the ‘Lathbandhan,’ their own self-interest is paramount. They don’t care about the youth of Bihar,” PM Modi said. He further added that the people and youth of Bihar has suffered for decades from Naxalism and Maoist terror and that the Opposition “kept winning elections with the help of Maoist terror.” He said that Naxalism and Maoist terror had a big part in destroying Bihar.
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Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘This is lathbandhan and thugbandhan,’ says BJP leader after Mahagthbandhan’s presser
Reacting to Tejashwi Yadav being named the Mahagathbandhan’s CM candidate, BJP leader Sanjay Mayukh criticized the alliance, saying it is full of internal conflicts and mistrust. He claimed that the allies had previously deceived the people and now seem to be deceiving each other. Mayukh suggested that the alliance will not be able to form the government, pointing out that they are already announcing the deputy CM and may soon reveal the full cabinet lineup. He added that Bihar is likely to see a repeat of 2010, while the NDA remains united and is contesting the elections together, treating the contest seriously.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Tejashwi ki parchhai (shadow) bhi agar galat kaam karegi…’
#watch | #biharelection2025 | "Tejashwi ki parchhai (shadow) bhi agar galat kaam karegi toh usko bhi Tejashwi saza dilane ka kaam karega, yeh sankalp hai. Ek naya Bihar banane ka kaam hum karenge." says RJD leader and Mahagathbandhan's CM face, Tejashwi Yadav pic.twitter.com/aKOMvQYJPG
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘BJP wants to end Loktantra,’ says Yadav
“BJP wants to end Loktantra,” Yadav said at the presser today. He added that JD(U) would be finished after this election and that due to NDA’s rule law and order in the state is in shambles.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Yadav accuses NDA of not having any plan
Tejashwi Yadav accused the NDA of having no clear plan for Bihar’s growth and said the alliance is simply repeating the promises made earlier by the INDIA bloc.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘NDA will dump Nitish,’ claims Tejashwi Yadav at presser
Yadav said in the presser that the Mahagathbandhan will do in 20 months what NDA couldn’t do in 20 years. He also pointed out that the NDA has not officially named Nitish Kumar as their CM face. He claimed that NItish would be dumped by the NDA soon.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Nakalchi Sarkar’ – Tejshwi Yadav slams NDA in presser
Slamming NDA pretty hard in his address, the new CM face from Grand Alliance Tejashwi Yadav said that “Bihar is the poorest state despite NDA’s rule for 20 years.” He went on to call the NDA a ‘nakalchi sarkar’ and claimed that instead, Mahagathbandhan was fighting the polls to change Bihar.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Goal not to win power, but rebuild Bihar,’ says Tejashwi Yadav after being announced as the CM face for Grand Alliance
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said the Mahagathbandhan’s goal is not just to win power or make someone chief minister, but to rebuild Bihar. He thanked all alliance partners for their trust and assured them that he would do everything he can to meet their expectations. He added that together, they would work to end the government that has been in power for the past 20 years.
#watch | Patna, Bihar: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav says, "We, the people of Mahagathbandhan, do not just want to form the govt or become the CM, but we want to make Bihar, that is why we are together... I thank all the members of the Mahagathbandhan for showing trust in me. I want… pic.twitter.com/8G2b0vtY1T
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Tejashwi Yadav to become Bihar’s CM if Grand Alliance comes to power
As expected, the Mahagathbandhan has announced Tejashwi Yadav as Bihar’s CM face, if and when the Grand Alliance comes into power. VIP chief Mukesh Saini will be the Deputy Chief Minister.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Congress plays a smaller but important role,’ says Sandeep Dikshit
Speaking about the Bihar election and the Mahagathbandhan’s chief ministerial face, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit said that the Congress party does not announce a CM candidate before the results. He said Tejashwi Yadav is among the most prominent leaders in Bihar, and as part of the alliance, Congress plays a smaller but important role. Dikshit added that the BJP and NDA are trying to belittle Congress because they have no real achievements to show and are only attacking others to hide their failures.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘BJP broke our party and poached our MLAs,’ says Mukesh Sahni
At the Mahagathbandhan’s joint press conference, VIP Chief Mukesh Sahani said he had been waiting for this moment for over three years, and now it had finally arrived. He added that not just he, but thousands of party workers had been waiting for this day. Recalling how the BJP broke his party and took away its MLAs, Sahani said they had vowed back then that they would not stop until they defeated the BJP. Standing with the Mahagathbandhan, he said the alliance was united and strong, and together they would work to form the next government in Bihar and remove the BJP from power in the state.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Today, the INDIA alliance is united,’ says Bihar Congress President Rajesh Ram
Speaking at the Mahagathbandhan press conference, Bihar Congress President Rajesh Ram said, “Today, the INDIA alliance is united and present in front of the media. The foundation stone of the INDIA alliance was laid when Rahul Gandhi, along with all the members of the INDIA alliance, did the Voter Adhikar Yatra for almost 17 months on the issues of SIR and others..”
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Mahagathbandhan will win over 200 seats’
Congress leader at the presser hailed Rahul Gandhi’s Voter Adhikar Yatra, adding that it brought Mahagathbandhan to life. CPI-ML leader showed confidence and said that Mahagathbandhan will win over 200 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections 2025.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘All ticket seller parties of MAhagathbandhan will collapse,’ says Girraj Singh
Union Minister Giriraj Singh said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin the election campaign with massive rallies in Begusarai and Samastipur, expected to draw huge crowds. He added that after Modi’s campaign starts, “all ‘vote cutter’ and ‘ticket seller’ parties in Mahagathbandhan will collapse”.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Mahagathbandhan presser begins, Rahul still missing
The press briefing has begun. Along witn Tejashwi Yadav, Ashok Gehlot and Mukesh Sahni can also be seen in attendance. Rahul Gandhi is still not there and it is evident that he won’t be joining today’s presser. This might give more fuel to fire around INDIA bloc’s CM candidature.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Congress leader says Mahagathbandhan united, confident of forming government in Bihar
Congress leader Ajay Kumar Lallu ahead of the presser today asserted that the Mahagathbandhan remains united and that seat-sharing discussions have been settled. He said the BJP and NDA are attempting to create a false narrative against the alliance, but public sentiment is turning in their favour. Lallu pointed out that after two decades of NDA rule, people in Bihar are frustrated with rising unemployment, poor law and order, and large-scale migration. He expressed confidence that the Mahagathbandhan will form the next government with strong public support.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Sachin Pilot says Mahagathbandhan united despite seat-sharing row
Congress leader Sachin Pilot said that the party remains united despite disagreements within the Mahagathbandhan over seat-sharing in Bihar. He noted that under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress has focused on strengthening internal unity and listening to feedback from all members this year. Pilot added that public support continues to favour the alliance and that internal issues have been settled. He also called on the Election Commission to maintain strict vigilance and ensure complete transparency during the upcoming Bihar elections.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Mahagathbandhan to end all suspense?
Will Mahagathbandhan end all suspense today? There are chances that along with announcing their CM candidate, the alliance could give rest to the chatter around the supposed rift in the party, which is why an announcement on seat-sharing talks is also expected to be made.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Chirag paswan mocks Mahagathbandhan over delayed campaigning ahead of polls
Union Minister and LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan said that all NDA allies have been actively campaigning since the first phase of nominations ended, while leaders of the Mahagathbandhan are only now stepping out to hold their first press conference. He said their overconfidence and personal ambitions have weakened their alliance. Paswan also pointed out that only one leader’s face dominated the press conference, calling it a violation of alliance principles. He added that while Congress might have its own take on the matter, the Mahagathbandhan should be worried. Confident about the NDA’s performance, Paswan said the alliance is set to achieve a historic victory and form the next government in Bihar.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Tejashwi Yadav arrives, presser to begin any moment now
RJD leader and Lalu Prasad Yadav’s son Tejashwi Yadav has arrived at the press conference venue. The presser will begin any moment now. Stay with us for further updates, likely around the new CM face.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Mahagathbandhan is moving forward strongly,’ says Mukesh Sahni
Commenting on the posters, VIP leader Mukesh Sahni told ANI, “Why would I have a problem with anything? Can’t you tolerate so much happiness on my face? Mahagathbandhan is moving forward very strongly.”
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘BJP is stabbing him from behind,’ Pappu Yadav on inviting Nitish Kumar to join Mahagathbandhan
#watch | #biharelection2025 | Patna: On being asked about his invitation to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to join Mahagathbandhan, Independent MP Pappu Yadav says, "... I invite him because BJP is stabbing him from behind. BJP is finishing him. Our leaders have always respected him. He… pic.twitter.com/OypWqWrbpk
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘You can see one CM face there, why do you want 5,’ asks CPI(M-L) leader Dipankar Bhattacharya
Bihar CPI(M-L)L leader Dipankar Bhattacharya said that there is no need to focus on multiple faces for the alliance’s chief ministerial candidate. “You are asking who is our CM face, so you can see one face there. Why do you want to see 5 faces on it?” he said. Bhattacharya noted that the poster clearly shows the chosen CM face, and questioned why people expect to see several faces. He also suggested that the BJP should refrain from commenting, pointing out that the NDA has not yet held a press conference.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Pictures of all 3 alliance leaders should have been there,’ says Pappu Yadav
Independent MP Pappu Yadav criticised Mahagathbandhan’s poster at the press conference venue for not featuring Rahul Gandhi prominently. He said that voters are likely to respond to Rahul Gandhi as the alliance’s main face, and that the poster should have included all three alliance leaders to send the right message. According to him, the best chance of winning Bihar is by highlighting Rahul Gandhi as the key leader.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Public decides the outcome,’ says RJD leader Manoj Kumar Jha
RJD leader Manoj Kumar Jha said that ultimately it is the public that decides election outcomes. He recalled the 2020 elections, saying that a mass public response then determined the result despite postal ballot issues. Jha added that today, voters’ interest will be reflected in how the alliance presents a shared vision, and that this is a widely accepted idea among people.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘No mission, no vision, only division,’ says BJP spokesperson Shehzad poonawala
#watch | Delhi | On speculations that RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav will be announced as the CM face of Mahagathbandhan, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala says, "...Mahagathbandhan has no mission or vision, there is only division, confusion. Today, the Mahagathbandhan will… pic.twitter.com/bTxaWqHXw8
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: BJP leader slams Mahagathbandhan’s presser, says ‘they’re just staging a drama’
BJP leader Pratul Shah Deo slammed the Mahagathbandhan’s press conference for the Bihar elections, saying it was just a show. He claimed that the alliance leaders are more focused on their personal ambitions, with many wanting to become Chief Minister, rather than focussing on Bihar’s development. Shah Deo added that the NDA is clear about contesting the elections under the leadership of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, while the opposition remains unclear. He said the public has already decided to re-elect the NDA.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Tejashwi Yadav shines in posters at Mahagthbadhan’s presser today
On BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari’s tweet regarding Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi’s photo missing from posters put up at the venue of Mahagathbandhan press conference, Congress leader Udit Raj says, “Rahul Gandhi is going to be the main person to hold election campaigns in Bihar for RJD and others. We should not go on these photos. Pradeep Bhandari will get an answer when the time is right,”
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: ‘Whether Yadav becomes CM or not, Mahagathbandhan will lose,’ says JD(U) leader
JDU leader Rajeev Ranjan Prasad dismissed speculation that RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav will be named the Mahagathbandhan’s CM candidate. He said that the alliance’s situation is weak and unlikely to improve, and that the NDA is far ahead in the race. According to him, even if Tejashwi is declared as the CM face, the Mahagathbandhan is likely to lose the elections.
“The NDA’s victory chariot has moved a long way, and the Mahagathbandhan is nowhere to be seen in the fight. Whether RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav becomes the CM face or not, Mahagathbandhan will lose the elections,” Prasad said.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Gehlot says ‘friendly fights’ in INDIA Bloc are normal
On the issue of INDIA bloc allies contesting against each other in some seats due to seat-sharing disagreements, Ashok Gehlot dismissed concerns, saying that “friendly fights” within the alliance were not a problem. He added, “Such things are normal. Bihar wants a change, and people understand that our victory is in interest of the country.” Congress state in-charge Krishna Allavaru, claimed that there was serious confusion within the party over upcoming assembly elections in Bihar.
Bihar Election 2025 LIVE Updates: Gehlot promises clarity on INDIA Bloc’s CM candidate in today’s press meet
Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday said that “all confusion” around INDIA bloc’s CM candidate would end at Thursday’s press conference. So far, Congress has been hesitant to officially name Tejashwi Yadav as the INDIA bloc’s unanimous CM candidate. The party has also not publicly responded to Tejashwi’s earlier acknowledgment of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi as the alliance’s prime ministerial face for the next general elections.