Bihar polls: Second-phase voting takes hold amid reports of violence; 14.55% turnout by 9am across 20 districts

Bihar’s second phase of voting commenced across 122 assembly constituencies in 20 districts, marked by reports of violence and cash recovery. Voters queued early, with 1,302 candidates, including 12 state cabinet ministers, vying for seats. Polling faced minor delays at some booths due to EVM faults, while turnout reached 14.55% by 9 am.