City residents, including students and workers, travelled to their native districts to vote in the Bihar assembly elections. A significant rush was observed at transportation hubs as many expressed eagerness to exercise their franchise for development and employment. Some opted for private vehicles to avoid crowds and ensure timely voting.
In Bihar’s Doane valley, tribal communities like Tharus and Oraons, once beneficiaries of government schemes, now face disillusionment. While bicycles and uniforms empowered girls, many educated women are now resigned to traditional roles. The Oraons, meanwhile, suffer from a lack of basic amenities, with development projects failing to reach them, highlighting a stark contrast in…
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Bihar’s first phase of assembly elections on Thursday will decide the fate of 1,314 candidates, including key leaders like Tejashwi Prasad Yadav and two deputy CMs. Over 3.75 crore electors will cast votes across 121 constituencies in 18 districts, with all preparations for fair polling in place.
Kalyan Bigha, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s ancestral village, showcases improved infrastructure like a hospital and school, benefiting nearby communities. Villagers express concern over potential loss of these perks if the regime changes, leading to a strong desire for Nitish’s continued leadership. Development is evident, with locals acknowledging positive transformations.
Barachatti MLA Jyoti Devi, a HAM(S) candidate, alleged she was attacked by bike-borne miscreants with stones during a campaign in Gaya. While she was taken to a hospital, preliminary reports from the district magistrate and hospital superintendent indicated no visible injury marks. This is the second alleged attack on a HAM(S) candidate in the district.
Four individuals were caught on CCTV dumping garbage and then dancing in Mico Layout, Bengaluru. Residents expressed outrage over the disrespectful act. The offenders were identified, fined Rs 1,000 each, and authorities emphasized that civic violations are not a joke, vowing to continue night surveillance.
Patna district gears up for the first phase of Bihar assembly elections with over 25,000 officials deployed to manage 48.3 lakh voters across 14 constituencies. Polling parties collected EVMs, VVPATs, and other materials from 14 dispatch centers, ensuring a seamless and transparent electoral process for Thursday’s vote.
