Bihar Elections 2025: The Bihar Assembly elections are in full swing, with all political parties working tirelessly to ensure they are ready for the elections. The election dates in Bihar could be announced any time now. The Election Commission has already released the final voter list after a special, thorough review. Now, everyone is awaiting the announcement of the election dates.
It is believed that the Election Commission may announce the schedule for the Assembly elections next week, on October 8th or 9th. Senior Deputy Election Commissioner of the Election Commission of India, Manish Garg, participated in an important review meeting regarding election preparations. The meeting was held via video conferencing and was attended by State-level Chief Electoral Officer Vinod Singh Gunjyal and State Police Nodal Officer Kundan Krishnan.
Paramilitary forces will be deployed
Paramilitary forces will be deployed to maintain tight security during the Bihar elections. The Senior Deputy Election Commissioner has issued guidelines for effective preparations for the deployment of paramilitary forces, arms recovery, vigilance at interstate borders, seizure of liquor, and control of illegal activities.
Not only this, orders have also been issued to the Bihar Police to maintain law and order. The meeting also discussed facilities and special arrangements at polling stations.
How will the elderly be able to vote?
The Election Commission has provided the facility for senior citizens to vote by postal ballot. Voters over 85 years of age will also be eligible for postal ballots, and publicity has been emphasised. This information is being publicly provided to voters.
The meeting also issued guidelines for ensuring active and transparent participation of political parties, strengthening media monitoring and certification, and taking concrete steps to control fake news on social media.
How many phases of elections are possible?
Bihar assembly elections may be held in three phases, and preparations are underway in full swing. According to some media reports, the election results may be released on November 20, 2025.