"NDA candidates will win around 80-120 seats": Jitan Ram Manjhi amid high voter turnout in second phase of Bihar polls

Gaya (Bihar) [India], November 11 (ANI): As polling continues for the second phase of the Bihar assembly elections, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Tuesday expressed confidence in the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) performance, saying that "around 80 out of 122 seats, NDA candidates will win".
Speaking to the media, Manjhi said, "There was 65% of voting in the first phase of the elections, and we are hopeful that in the second phase too, the voting will not be less than around 65-66%. Around 80 out of 122 seats, NDA candidates will win," he added.
The minister also noted the encouraging voter turnout figures, stating, "As per the information, as of 2 pm, the voter turnout is more than 70%."
Meanwhile, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Mahagathbandhan's Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday expressed joy over the "reports of bumper voting" coming in for the second phase of the Bihar assembly elections.
In a post shared on X, Yadav said, "My heart is filled with joy; my Bihar has truly worked wonders. Reports of bumper voting are coming in from everywhere. The elderly, women, youth, traders, farmers, every caste, every class is enthusiastically ensuring their participation in this grand festival of democracy. May this momentum not stop, may these steps not halt."
Encouraging voters to maintain the momentum, he appealed to every citizen of Bihar to step out and cast their vote. "With folded hands, I appeal to all the people of Bihar to definitely go to the polling station and cast your vote; the blue ink on your finger will work to make your future golden," he said.
Highlighting the importance of each vote, Yadav reminded voters that their decision will shape Bihar's future. "The button you press will determine your power, security, prosperity, peace, and future for the next five years. Therefore, step out of your homes, vote for your Bihar, for the right government. Jai Hind, Jai Bihar," he added.
Meanwhile, Bihar recorded a turnout of 60.40 per cent in the second phase of Assembly polls till 3 pm on Tuesday, according to data from the Election Commission.
The highest voter turnout was recorded in Kishanganj district at 66.10 per cent, followed by 64.22 per cent in Purnia, 63.80 per cent in Katihar, 63.33 per cent in Jamui and 63.03 per cent in Banka.
Among the key constituencies, Supaul recorded a turnout of 61.16 per cent, Sasaram 55.87 per cent, Mohania 63.70 per cent, Kutumba 59.52 per cent, Gaya Town 52.30 per cent, Chainpur 62.72 per cent, Dhamdaha 64.66 per cent, Harsiddhi 60.64 per cent and Jhanjharpur 51.89 per cent.
The first phase of the Bihar elections marked the highest polling percentage in the state's history. The state saw a record 65.08 per cent polling in the first phase of polling.
Counting of votes will take place on November 14. (ANI)