Historic Voter Turnout in Bihar Assembly Elections 2025

The Bihar Legislative Assembly elections concluded on 11 November 2025 with a record-breaking voter turnout of 67.13%, the highest ever in the State since 1951.

🔹 Voter Turnout Details

• Male voters: 62.98%
• Female voters: 71.78%
• Election Phases:
  1. Phase 1 (6 November 2025): 121 constituencies across 18 districts – turnout 64.66% (highest ever for first phase).
  2. Phase 2 (11 November 2025): 122 constituencies covering Magadh, Mithilanchal, Seemanchal, Shahabad, and Tirhut regions.

🔹 Election Commission Initiatives

Since March 2025, the Election Commission of India (ECI) implemented 17 targeted initiatives for poll-bound Bihar, focusing on:

• Voter convenience and awareness campaigns
• Structured training of polling personnel
• Technology-driven processes for efficient, transparent elections
• Ensuring compliance with constitutional and legal frameworks

🔹 Significance

• Marks a historic milestone in Bihar’s democratic journey.
• Highlights increased participation of women voters (71.78%), surpassing male voter turnout.
• Reflects the success of ECI’s voter facilitation and election management initiatives.

Source: PIB