Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor on Monday exuded confidence that people of Bihar will not "restrict" themselves to religion and caste and vote to lay solid foundations for a "good society". He also noted the record voter turnout in the first phase of the Bihar assembly polls.
With Mahagathbandhan out of the fray in this seat, the Mohania Assembly constituency in Bihar, which is going to the polls in the second phase, is set to witness a triangular contest between NDA, BSP and an independent candidate.
In the second phase of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections, Barari constituency in the Katihar district of the Seemanchal region is set to witness a quadrangular contest as the sitting Janata Dal (United) MLA Bijay Singh is looking to defend his seat against Congress, All India Majli
The domestic stock market opened on a flat note on Monday, continuing its sideways movement as investors remained cautious ahead of key domestic and global events. Both benchmark indices registered marginal gains in early trade.
Speaking to the media in Patna on Sunday, Paswan credited the efforts of party workers and the public's faith in the double-engine government for the NDA's prospects.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said he attended eight meetings for the Bihar elections and witnessed strong public support for the BJP. He added that despite a packed schedule, the party expects very good results this time.
The BJP leader also hit out at Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his recent remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Who is Rahul Gandhi to question Prime Minister Modi and make such derogatory remarks about him?" Hussain asked.
RJD leader Misa Bharti said the ruling party lacks real issues, while the Mahagathbandhan is connecting with people's concerns. She added that Bihar's youth look to Tejashwi Yadav with hope and confidence as the campaign enters its final phase.
Speaking to reporters, Akhilesh Yadav said, "Tejashwi ji is going to win Bihar and form the government. You can see the public support he has been getting. People will not let any conspiracy succeed."
Following the culmination of the campaign for the second phase of the Bihar polls, Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed confidence that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would form the government with a big victory in the state.