New Delhi: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is headed for a decisive victory in Bihar, overwhelming the Opposition grand alliance and positioning Nitish Kumar as claimant for a record fifth term as chief minister. Politics in the state has revolved around his leadership for the past two decades.

Early results from the Election Commission of India highlight a clear trend. The NDA, supported by strong performances from the Janata Dal (United) and BJP, leads in most of Bihar’s 243 assembly constituencies.

The JD(U) had a lead in 80 seats at 1.45 pm, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI), reflecting a strong voter endorsement of Nitish Kumar’s governance. The BJP was leading in 91 seats, and Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) in 22 at 1.45 pm, according to t

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