India Election: Modi Faces Tough Bihar State Election

India election: Modi faces tough Bihar state election

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s national alliance faces a tough regional election in the state of Bihar next month, due to youth unemployment and distrust over voter rolls, which could pose risks to his coalition that relies on regional partners. Bihar, in eastern India, is one of the country's poorest states and its third most populous, with over 130 million people. Its chief minister, Nitish Kumar, has previously sided with both Modi and…

India's Modi faces tough Bihar state election; voters angry over unemployment, distrust electoral rolls

PATNA, India - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s national alliance faces a tough regional election in the state of Bihar next month, due to youth unemployment and distrust over voter rolls, which could pose risks to his coalition that relies on regional partners. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Modi faces Bihar battle as jobs, voter anger loom

PATNA: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling coalition is bracing for a challenging electoral battle in Bihar next month, as concerns over unemployment and alleged irregularities in voter lists threaten to sway the state’s politically volatile landscape. Bihar — India’s third-most populous state with over 130 million people — holds significant weight in national politics. Any cracks within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the Nov…

India's Modi Faces Tough Bihar State Election - Pakistan Live News

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a rally in Madhubani in the eastern state of Bihar, India, April 24, 2025. — Reuters Bihar election crucial for Modi’s coalition stability. Women voters pivotal due to male migration for jobs. Youth unemployment remains a key concern despite improvements. PATNA: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s national alliance faces a tough regional election in the state of Bihar next month, due to youth une…