The National Democratic Alliance has secured a landslide victory in Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections, crossing the 200-seat mark in what Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the “biggest mandate since 2010.” As celebrations erupted at BJP headquarters in Delhi, PM Modi unveiled his winning strategy—the MY Formula focused on Mahila (women) and Youth, contrasting sharply with the opposition’s approach.
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Bihar Results at a Glance
| Party/Alliance | Performance | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| NDA Total | 200+ seats (Landslide) | Biggest mandate since 2010 |
| BJP | Leading on 91-92 seats | Secured 34 wins by 6 PM |
| JD(U) | Leading on 83 seats | Won 23 seats early |
| LJP (Chirag Paswan) | 19-20 seats | Won 21 of 29 contested |
| RJD | Leading on 26-27 seats | Only 5 early wins |
| Congress | Minimal seats | Just 1 early victory |
| Mahagathbandhan | Far behind majority | Trails significantly |
The ‘MY Formula’ That Changed Everything
Prime Minister Modi credited the victory to his positive MY Formula—Mahila and Youth—countering what he called the opposition’s “appeasement-based communal MY Formula.” Speaking at BJP headquarters, Modi emphasized that Bihar’s young population from every religion and caste shattered the old political narratives.
“Lies always lose, public trust always wins,” PM Modi declared, taking aim at opposition allegations of electoral malpractice. He praised the Election Commission of India for conducting fair elections despite criticism from certain quarters.
Key Winning Candidates and Upsets
NDA Winners:
- Both Deputy CMs—Samrat Choudhary (Tarapur) and another from Lakhisarai—secured victories
- Chirag Paswan’s LJP performed exceptionally, winning seats across 29 constituencies
- A JD(U) candidate jailed in a murder case won Mokama by over 28,000 votes
Opposition Setbacks:
- Tejashwi Yadav trailed for hours in his Raghopur bastion before eventually winning after dramatic turns
- Tej Pratap Yadav lost from Mahua to a Chirag Paswan party leader
- Bhojpuri singer Khesari Lal Yadav trailed significantly in Chapra
- Pawan Singh’s wife Jyoti trailed from Karakat seat
What PM Modi Promised Bihar
During his victory speech, PM Modi promised “Makhana kheer” to everyone celebrating the mega NDA win, using the popular Bihar delicacy as a symbol of shared celebration. He affirmed that “Jungle Raj will never be back in Bihar,” referencing the state’s troubled past under RJD governance.
Modi hailed Nitish Kumar’s leadership, appreciating his role alongside Samrat Choudhary and Chirag Paswan in achieving this historic mandate. “We NDA folks are servants of the people,” he emphasized, positioning the alliance as development-focused rather than power-hungry.
Why NDA Dominated
The victory reflects several factors that resonated with Bihar voters, including the focus on women empowerment through various welfare schemes, strong youth engagement and employment initiatives, emphasis on development over identity politics, Nitish Kumar’s administrative experience, and unified NDA campaign under Modi’s leadership.
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Opposition’s Response
RJD leader Abdul Siddiqui acknowledged the defeat, stating they would “discuss what went wrong.” Congress leader Shashi Tharoor suggested the Mahagathbandhan needs “introspection” following the drubbing. Former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel targeted Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, while Ashok Gehlot made controversial claims about women being given money to vote.
The Election Commission’s data showed unprecedented voter turnout with no re-polling needed across Bihar, demonstrating the credibility of the electoral process. Learn more about election procedures on the Election Commission of India’s official website.
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What’s Next for Bihar?
With Nitish Kumar expected to return as Chief Minister, the NDA government faces high expectations for delivering on development promises. The emphatic mandate provides political stability for implementing long-term reforms in education, infrastructure, and employment generation—areas that Bihar desperately needs.
FAQs
Q: What is PM Modi’s MY Formula that won Bihar elections?
PM Modi’s MY Formula stands for Mahila (Women) and Youth, focusing on empowerment and development of these two demographics. This positive approach contrasted with what Modi called the opposition’s “appeasement-based communal MY Formula,” helping NDA secure over 200 seats in the historic victory.
Q: Did Tejashwi Yadav win or lose his Raghopur seat?
Tejashwi Yadav eventually won the Raghopur seat after dramatic turns in vote counting. However, he trailed for several hours by nearly 5,000 votes before securing victory, highlighting the intense competition even in his traditional bastion. His brother Tej Pratap Yadav lost from Mahua seat.
