Bihar Assembly Election Phase 1 Polling Turnout Tracker Highlights: The first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 is being held today. In this phase, voting is taking place across 121 assembly constituencies spread over 18 districts, including key areas such as Patna, Darbhanga, Madhepura, Saharsa, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Vaishali, Samastipur, Begusarai, Lakhisarai, Munger, Sheikhpura, Nalanda, Buxar, and Bhojpur. More than 3.75 crore voters are eligible to participate in this first phase, which will decide the fate of over 1,300 candidates.
The election is highly significant as it marks the beginning of a two-phase election process where the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) faces a strong challenge from the opposition Mahagathbandhan and other parties like the Jan Suraaj Party. To ensure a free and fair election, the Election Commission has implemented robust security measures, including deployment of Central Armed Police Forces and webcasting at all polling stations for transparency. The voting trends and voter turnout, especially among different demographics such as youth and women, will be closely watched to gauge the political mood in this populous state. Election results are expected on November 14, 2025.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 60% voter turnout recorded till 5pm
The voter turnout in Bihar’s first phase of assembly elections reached 60.13% by 5 PM, according to the latest figures released by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Here’s a district-wise snapshot of the voter turnout so far:
The polling process across these constituencies remained largely peaceful, with voters turning out in large numbers to cast their votes in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Rajnath Singh emphasizes anti-corruption drive as Bihar assembly elections begin
Defence Minister and BJP leader Rajnath Singh on Thursday said the NDA aims to reform the system and eliminate corruption as the first phase of Bihar assembly elections kicked off. Addressing a rally in East Champaran supporting JD(U) candidate Shalini Mishra from Kesaria, he highlighted the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, saying, "Women received Rs 10,000. Did anyone take away even one paisa from it? … We want to bring about such a change in the system that the name of corruption is removed from politics in India." Bihar is progressing toward development, he added. The Kesaria seat will vote in phase two on November 11.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Dy CM Sinha, RJD MLC's heated argument during polls
A heated argument took place between Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and RJD MLC Ajay Kumar during the first phase of the Bihar Assembly polls.
Kumar accused Sinha of being a 'criminal', adding that he was trying to intimidate voters, while Sinha hit back, calling Kumar a 'failed leader' and 'drunk.'
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'We voted for our children, development', says a woman voter
Woman hails NDA govt's schemes in the state. Arrived to cast vote, she said that she voted in favour of her children's study and progress.
"We voted for development. We have received many benefits—ration has been provided, the government has given us ₹10,000, and more support should also be given. There has been development—free electricity has helped us. We will be able to work and earn, and if more help comes, we will progress further..." she said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'People voting for change', Bhupesh Baghel on large voter turnout
On 42% voter turnout till 1 pm, former Chhattisgarh CM and Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel said that people are voting for a change in Bihar.
"...if 42% voting has taken place by 1 PM, it clearly means people are voting for change..." he said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Voter turnout slows, 53.77% till 3 pm
Till 3 pm, 53.77% voters have turned up to cast their votes in the first phase of Bihar assembly election on Thursday.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Popular teacher Khan Sir casts vote in Kumhrar seat
Famous educator Khan Sir cast his vote in the Kumhrar Assembly constituency.
"..Everyone should participate in this great festival of democracy and cast their vote..." he said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Shah promises Medical college, renovation of Someshwar Nath temple in Motihari
Amit Shah, in a poll rally in Bihar, promised a new medical college on anvil in Motihari, and renovation of Baba Someshwar Nath temple in Areraj with a cost of Rs 100 cr.
"Only Nitish-Modi can prevent 'jungle raj' in Bihar; Lalu-Rahul trying to pave way for infiltrators, " he added.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: NDA promoting Bihar's heritage, Congress-RJD are insulting faith - PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said there is a sector full of opportunities for the youth of Bihar, on which the NDA govt is focusing heavily.
"This sector is tourism, pilgrimage, and heritage tourism... Our boatmen and our youth should get more earning opportunities from the Ganges. This will only be possible through increased tourism and transportation. The river waterway built on the Ganges will greatly benefit Bhagalpur. On one hand, the NDA government is busy promoting Bihar's heritage to the world, while on the other hand, the Congress and RJD are insulting our faith..." he added in a Bhagalpur rally.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: No bridge, voters wait for boat to reach polling station in a Bihar village
Locals of the Danapur Diara use boats to reach the polling stations in first phase of Bihar elections.
A woman said they cannot cross the water as there's not bridge. Hence, the boat is required even for ambulances and buses.
#watch | Patna, Bihar | Locals of the Danapur Diara use boats to reach the polling stations and cast their votes for the first phase of Bihar elections pic.twitter.com/NkcQmTx0mL
— ANI (@ANI) November 6, 2025
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Check district-wise voter turnout for phase 1 till 1 pm
The district wise voter turnout till 1 pm for Bihar assembly election 2025 phase 1 is mentioned below -
Begusarai - 46.02
Bhojpur - 41.15%
Buxar - 41.10%
Darbhanga - 39.35%
Gopalganj - 46.73%
Khagaria - 42.94%
Lakhisarai - 46.37%
Madhepura - 44.16%
Munger - 41.47%
Muzaffarpur - 45.41%
Nalanda - 41.87%
Patna - 37.72%
Saharsa - 44.20%
Samastipur - 44.03%
Saran - 43.06%
Sheikhpura - 41.23%
Siwan - 41.20%
Vaishali - 42.60%
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Bihar records 42.43% voting till 1 PM
With four hours left for voting, Bihar phase 1 has recorded a voter turnout till 1 pm, according to ECI data.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'Counting will begin at 8 am, by 11 am...', Shah's 3-hr timeline for RJD
Addressing an election rally in Ramnagar, Bettiah, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that on the day of result (Nov 14), counting will begin at 8 am.
"By 11 am, the parties of Lalu and Rahul will be wiped out. NDA in the leadership of Modi ji and Nitish Kumar will be forming the government with a majority in Bihar," he said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Specially-abled voter casts vote, says 'no govt gave me ration card'
In Munger, specially-abled Kusma Devi arrived to cast her vote at dedicated Pink Booth at Model High School, Tarapur.
“They told me that my account will be closed, so I thought let’s go and vote... no government has provided Ration Card to me," she said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'Voter slip not needed for casting vote', Patna authorities on woman's claim that she was not allowed to vote
Patna district administration counters woman who said she was not allowed to vote because of voter slip.
"Voter Information Slip isn’t required for casting vote. EPIC or any one of 12 documents can be conveniently shown for establishing identity," it said on X.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Nitish Kumar calls out oppn for ruining Bihar
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar addresses a public gathering. He said the his government came into power on 24th November 2005, and it has been in office for 20 years.
He stated that the previous government had left the state in a terrible condition, people didn’t feel safe going out after evening; there were frequent communal disputes between Hindus and Muslims.
"Education was limited, only a few children studied, and healthcare facilities were inadequate. Roads were few and in poor condition, and electricity was available in very few places..." he added.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Plurals Party chief Pushpam Priya casts vote
The Plurals Party chief, Pushpam Priya Chouhdhary on Thursday cast her vote in Darbhanga during the first phase of voting in Bihar.
"I have cast my first vote for myself because I am contesting the election from my city Darbhanga as the president and candidate of The Plurals Party. It is a triangular contest between Puspam Priya, Umesh Sahni, and Sanjay Sarawgi. I am winning this contest," she said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: A look at district wise voter turnout till 11 am
Here is the district-wise voter turnout data till 11 am for the Bihar assembly election phase 1 -
Begusarai - 30.37%
Bhojpur - 26.76%
Buxar -28.02%
Darbhanga - 26.07%
Gopalganj - 30.04%
Khagaria - 28.96%
Lakhisarai - 30.32%
Madhepura - 28.46%
Munger - 26.68%
Muzaffarpur - 29.66%
Nalanda - 26.86%
Patna - 23.71%
Saharsa - 29.68%
Samastipur -27.92%
Saran - 28.52%
Sheikhpura - 26.04%
Siwan - 27.09%
Vaishali - 28.67%
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Till 11 am, 27.65% voters cast vote in phase 1
A total of 27.65% of voters have cast vote during the first phase of polling across 121 constituencies till 11 am, shows ECI data.
Begusarai recorded highest turnout so far at 30.37%.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Patna DSP inspects polling booth
Patna DSP Anu Kumari inspects the polling booth as people wait to cast vote during the first phase of the Bihar Legislative Assembly Election 2025.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'Situation has improved', says woman of Naxal-affected village voting first time in 20 years
A village in Bihar's Munger votes first time in 20 years after being freed from Naxal dominance.
A local villager, Neelam Kumari, says, "I am feeling very good. Earlier, we had to cross the entire jungle and reach Gaay Ghat. Now it is nearby, it is convenient. The arrangements are good. We used to have difficulty reaching there... The situation has improved a lot. I want to thank the Election Commission..."
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'Development in the last 14 years is unmatched', local ahead of PM Modi's rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address a rally in Forbesganj. Ahead of his programme, a local said that the development achieved in the last 14 years is unmatched.
"Earlier, during Congress rule for 60 years, there was no real progress and misrule prevailed. Now, both the state and central governments are working together effectively," he said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: ECI arranges special e-rickshaws at booths for elderly, PwDs
Election commission has made arrangements of special e-rickshaws at all polling stations in Siwan district for the convenience of persons with disabilities and elderly voters.
Volunteers are assisting PwD and elderly voters at the polling center.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Tejashwi Yadav holds rally for phase 2 after casting his vote
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav holds a campaign rally for the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections, after casting his vote.
Madhubani, Bihar: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav holds a campaign rally for the second phase of the Bihar Assembly elections pic.twitter.com/rxiA1FY6fB
— IANS (@ians_india) November 6, 2025
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 'Bihar still under developed', says a first-time voter
First-time voter Priyanshi exercises her franchise, says it is important for people to vote.
"I have voted based on development. Bihar is still under development and not fully developed compared to other states and cities, but considering what progress has been made so far, I cast my vote accordingly..." she said.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: People stand in queue to cast vote in Tartar
People stand in long queue to cast their vote in Tartar village to caste their vote for Bihar election phase 1.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Check district wise voter turnout till 9 am
Districts wise voter turnout by 9 am -
Begusarai 14.6%
Bhojpur 13.11%
Buxar 13.28%
Darbhanga 12.48%
Gopalganj 13.97%
Khagaria 14.15%
Lakhisarai 7 %
Madhepura 13.74%
Munger 13.37%
Muzaffarpur 14.38%
Nalanda 12.45%
Patna 11.22%
Saharsa 15.27%
Samastipur 12.86%
Saran 13.30%
Sheikhpura 12.97%
Siwan 13.35%
Vaishali 14.30 %
The phase 1 polling has recorded a voter turnout of 13.13% in the first two hours, according to ECI data.
Saharsa records the highest at 15.27% and Lakhisarai the lowest at 7%.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: Voter turnout data to be released anytime soon
The ECI will soon release the voter turnout data for Bihar assembly election 2025 phase 1.
Bihar Election 2025 Phase 1 Voter Turnout Tracker LIVE: 3.75 cr voters, 1314 candidates in Bihar polls Phase 1
In the first phase of Bihar elections, a total of 3.75 crore voters will decide the electoral fate of 1,314 candidates.
This include top leaders like INDIA bloc's chief ministerial face Tejashwi Yadav and Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, Vijay Kumar Sinha of the BJP.