The return of Nitish Kumar, beating the anti-incumbency factor, has established his unmatched dominance in State politics

It’s a virtual tsuNI-MO (Nitish-Modi) sweeping Bihar. The landslide victory for the NDA marks a perfect marriage between social engineering and welfarism. The return of Nitish Kumar as the Chief Minister for a fifth consecutive term —beating the anti-incumbency factor — has established his unmatched dominance in State politics. His success lies in a rare blend of social coalition — uniting Extremely Backward Castes (EBCs), Mahadalits, and non-Yadav OBCs — and deep goodwill among women voters. The people of Bihar have given a resounding mandate for continuity in development, good governance, welfare schemes, and stability. The poll-eve freebie — a monthly allowance

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