Bihar’s 2025 election results showed the NDA retaining power, with Nitish Kumar likely continuing as Chief Minister, while new figures like Chirag Paswan and Maithili Thakur significantly contributed to their success. Despite a youthful electorate, the assembly saw an average MLA age rise to 53, highlighting the need for credibility and organization alongside youth appeal. Chirag’s Lok Janshakti Party won 19 of 29 contested seats, while Maithili’s cultural and local outreach helped her secure a seat for the BJP. The Mahagathbandhan’s youth icons, despite their focus on issues like job creation, failed to convert their appeal into votes.
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