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New Delhi, Nov 6 (IANS) As the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections 2025 began on Thursday, Union Minister JP Nadda and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh appealed to voters to participate enthusiastically in what they described as a “festival of democracy”.
I appeal to all the voters and our young friends who are voting today in the first phase of assembly elections in Bihar, the sacred land of knowledge, tradition and cultural heritage, to ensure their participation in this festival of democracy by voting in maximum numbers.
This election is to bring stability in Bihar and to move Bihar forward rapidly on the path of development. It is an important responsibility of every citizen of the state to continuously maintain the fast pace of development. Do vote!”
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh posted, “Today is the first phase of voting in Bihar Assembly elections. I urge all voters to enthusiastically participate in this celebration of democracy. On this occasion, hearty congratulations to the young voters who are going to vote for the first time!”
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta tweeted, “There is an appeal to all the respected voters of the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections to participate with full enthusiasm in this great festival of democracy. Each of your votes will make an invaluable contribution in realizing the dream of a developed Bihar.”
Come out of your homes, cast your vote and also inspire your family and friends to fulfill this democratic duty. First voting, then refreshments.”
Voting is underway for 121 constituencies across 18 districts, with over 3.75 crore voters eligible to decide the fate of 1,314 candidates, including 122 women candidates. Voting began at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm, except in select sensitive areas where polling ends an hour earlier.
The Election Commission of India has deployed 121 general observers, 18 police observers and 33 expenditure observers to ensure free and fair elections. Central and state security forces have been deployed at all polling stations to encourage inclusive participation, with special provisions for all women-managed booths and Divyang (differently-abled) booths.
According to the Election Commission, a total of 3,75,13,302 voters, including 1,98,35,325 male, 1,76,77,219 female and 758 third gender voters, will decide the fate of 1314 candidates in this election.
The total number of polling stations is 45341, which includes 36733 in rural areas and 8608 in urban areas.
–IANS
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