Key Takeaway:
1 .Voting in Muzaffarpur is set for November 6 (first phase).
2. Bihar Assembly has 243 seats; 121 will vote in the first phase and 122 in the second.
3. The second phase of polling is scheduled for November 11.
4. Results will be announced after November 16, completing the entire process.
5. Over 7.42 crore voters are eligible to cast their votes this year.
The Election Commission of India has officially announced the Bihar Assembly Election schedule, confirming that Muzaffarpur will go to polls on November 6, 2025. This time, voting will take place in two phases, just after the Chhath festival, to ensure maximum voter participation.
Phase-Wise Election Details
First Phase – November 6
A total of 18 districts will vote in this phase across 121 seats.
Districts include: Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Vaishali, Patna, Bhojpur, Buxar, Nalanda, Nawada, Begusarai, Lakhisarai, Sheikhpura, Bhagalpur, Banka, Munger, Jamui, and Khagaria.
- Notification Issued: October 10
- Nomination Dates: October 10–17
- Scrutiny: October 18
- Withdrawal Deadline: October 20
Second Phase – November 11
The second phase will cover 20 districts and 122 assembly seats, including East and West Champaran, Sitamarhi, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Samastipur, Saharsa, Madhepura, Supaul, Katihar, Araria, Kishanganj, Purnia, and others.
- Notification Issued: October 13
- Nomination Dates: October 13–20
- Scrutiny: October 21
- Withdrawal Deadline: October 23
The final counting process will wrap up on November 16.
Total Voter Count
According to the Election Commission:
- Total Voters: 7.42 crore
- Male Voters: 3.92 crore
- Female Voters: 3.49 crore
- First-time Voters (18–19 years): 14,01,150
2020 Bihar Election Recap
The 2020 election was closely fought, decided by just 0.03% vote margin.
| Party/Alliance | Seats Won | Vote % |
|---|---|---|
| NDA | 125 | 19.46% |
| Mahagathbandhan | 110 | 23.11% |
| Others | 08 | 0.83% |
The razor-thin gap highlighted Bihar’s strong electoral competition.
Election Significance
Muzaffarpur remains a key political hotspot in North Bihar. High voter turnout here can influence the outcome in surrounding districts as well. The Election Commission aims to ensure peaceful and transparent polling, with extensive security arrangements and improved facilities for senior citizens and differently-abled voters.
Did You Know?
In 2020, Muzaffarpur recorded one of the highest polling turnouts in North Bihar, reflecting the region’s growing political awareness.
What Leaders Said
- Amit Shah: “The NDA government has ensured stability and progress in Bihar. This election will be another step toward development.”
- Tejashwi Yadav: “The people of Bihar will vote for employment, education, and change.”
- Election Commission Chief: “We’re using advanced monitoring systems to ensure free and fair elections across Bihar.”
