Morning Momentum in Bihar: 13.13% Voters Turn Up as Rival Brothers Face the Polls

Early Buzz at the Booths

The first stage of the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly election was held in the 18 districts and 121 constituencies. At 9 am the turnout was 13.13%, showing that the voters were really energetic and enthusiastic. Long before sunrise, the voters had already started standing in queues, thus the whole locality was energized and greeted the day with a spirit that would certainly lead to success.

Family Ties and Political Rivalry

On the political ground, the ex-CM Rabri Devi, in the middle of the fervour, wished both her sons, Tejashwi Yadav and Tej Pratap Yadav, luck in their electoral fights. While the family is united in its blessings, the two brothers are contesting separately Tejashwi from Raghopur and Tej Pratap from Mahua. The sibling rivalry has become the one that most people discuss among election highlights.

Turnout and What It Signals

That voter turnout of more than 13% in the very early hours tells that the electorate of Bihar is very much alive and interested in shaping the state's future. There were some districts where the excitement was at the top level while others were a little bit behind. Analysts are of the opinion that such a start may lead to high engagement and even changes in voter sentiment this time.

The Importance of This Phase

The first phase is huge with 3.75 crore voters on the rolls and more than 1,300 candidates contesting the election in that very first round alone. It is going to be the most decisive one in deciding how things will be in the forthcoming rounds. The main battle is still between the ruling NDA and the opposition Mahagathbandhan, with the RJD leading. Hence, every booth, every ballot, and every vote are of immense significance politically.

Voices from the Ground

In a few constituencies, voting-age youth who have never voted before, shared their happiness and pride in taking part in the assembly elections. Polling officials collected reports of the safety and organization having been better in quite a few Naxal-affected areas, thereby, more people turned out to vote. The Election Commission took pride in its role as a neutral body ensuring the transparency of the voting process in all election centers.

Moving Ahead

The day will come to a close with everyone wondering if the turnout will exceed the 60% mark come evening. Hence, the first indications of the local elections in Bihar will be given by the results of this phase. At present, however, it is all about the election being emotionally charged and politically vital the excitement, family rivalry, and initia l ‌ ‍ ​‍​