3 Things The Catch Up: Bihar Assembly elections kick off today (6 Nov)
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Nov 6, 2025 Bihar's assembly elections heat up as voting begins, with major candidates vying for attention in contested seats. Notable face-offs include RJD's Tej Pratap Yadav's independent run amidst a crowded race. Meanwhile, scrutiny rises around the Election Commission's unused de-duplication software linked to voter list inaccuracies. In Assam, the resignation of the chief information commissioner sparks discussions following an RTI controversy. Additionally, the Philippines faces a state of emergency as Typhoon Kalmae wreaks havoc, displacing thousands.
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High-Stakes First Phase In Bihar
- Bihar's first phase voting began with 3.75 crore voters deciding over 1,300 candidates including major political figures.
- At 3pm turnout was 53.77%, with Meenapur highest at 64.72%, indicating variable local engagement.
Key Family And Rivalries On Ballot
- Tejasvi RJD seeks a hat-trick in Rajgorepur, contesting against BJP's Satish Kumar and Jan Suraj's Chanchal Kumar.
- Tej Pratap Yadav, Lalu Prasad's estranged son, runs as an independent from Mahua against RJD and LJP rivals.
Voter List De-Duplication Lapsed
- India’s electoral de-duplication software identified about 3 crore invalid or duplicate voters in 2022.
- The tool hasn't been used since, despite renewed concerns about inflated voter lists.