Bihar Elections 2025: Polling Dates Announcement Expected Today; Exploring Election Phases and Historical Trends

The Election Commission is set to unveil the Bihar election schedule today at 4 PM. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will address the press to outline the phases planned for the Bihar elections. The upcoming elections for the Bihar Legislative Assembly must occur prior to November 22, which marks the conclusion of the current Assembly’s tenure. The number of phases for the assembly elections is a subject of significant speculation. There’s a possibility that the Election Commission might opt for fewer phases in response to requests from political parties, contrasting with the format of previous assembly elections. What insights can be gleaned from past election phases in Bihar? What is the Election Commission’s current strategy regarding the number of phases?