Bihar Assembly Elections: Announcement Expected in Early October

The Election Commission is planning to announce dates for Bihar’s Assembly elections in the first week of October, with the polls likely to be conducted in two phases. This election will test the ruling NDA government led by CM Nitish Kumar, who has governed for nearly two decades, against a vigorous opposition. Rahul Gandhi is leading a state-wide campaign addressing alleged vote theft, while RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav focuses on issues of unemployment and corruption. These elections mark the first state polls following Bihar’s landmark caste census conducted in 2023, sparking intense debate on social justice, reservations, and power distribution.