Patna: The National Democratic Alliance is showing strong momentum in Bihar as vote counting continues for the 2025 assembly elections. Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party have reaffirmed that Nitish Kumar will return as chief minister if the alliance secures a majority in the 243 member assembly.

Early trends and exit polls released ahead of counting day suggested that the NDA was in a favourable position, although some surveys indicated a tight contest with the opposition Mahagathbandhan. High voter turnout in both phases of polling reflected strong public interest, with the second phase recording nearly 69 percent participation.

The BJP has repeatedly stressed that there is no ambiguity about the leadership question. Party leaders said the decision to project Nitish Kumar again a

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