PM Modi in Sitamarhi Rally Says Bihar Gave 65-Volt 'Jhatka' To 'Jungle Raj' In Phase 1 Voting

Patna: Addressing a massive election rally in Sitamarhi on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), calling the record voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 a "65-volt jhatka" to jungle raj. He said the people of Bihar had sent a powerful message against corruption, misgovernance, and lawlessness that once plagued the state.

Praising Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the Prime Minister said the JDU leader transformed Bihar, bringing development, improved infrastructure, and better governance. "The people have seen the difference between the years of jungle raj and the era of development under the NDA government," Modi remarked, highlighting progress in roads, electricity, and women's empowerment.

PM Modi expressed confidence that the NDA will secure a decisive majority in the elections, asserting that the alliance represents stability, growth, and good governance. He urged voters to support the coalition once again to ensure the momentum of development continues.

Calling the 2025 assembly elections a turning point, Modi said the outcome would shape the future of Bihar's youth, emphasizing that opportunities in education, employment, and entrepreneurship depend on maintaining a strong and stable government in the state.

The first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 witnessed a historic voter turnout of 65.08%, the highest in the state's electoral history. Polling was held across 121 constituencies in 18 districts, with more than 3.75 crore voters eligible to cast their votes.

According to the Election Commission, the first phase concluded peacefully, signaling strong public participation in shaping Bihar's political direction. The second and final phase of voting is scheduled for November 11, with results to be declared on November 14.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold public meetings in Sitamarhi and Bettiah on Saturday to "seek blessings" from voters for the support received during the first phase. "My family members, who have taken the resolve of 'Developed Bihar', are going to ensure a massive majority for the NDA even in the second and final phase," PM Modi posted on X.

Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has levelled serious allegations of electoral malpractice, accusing the Election Commission of "vote theft." On Thursday, he claimed the chief election commissioner and two election commissioners were responsible for "the biggest treachery against the Constitution," calling it a "murder of democracy."

With both phases of voting drawing intense political activity, Bihar's election battleground remains charged as parties make their final appeal to voters before the verdict on November 14.