A Clean Sweep for Change: Mahagathbandhan's Victory in Bihar?
In a bold statement, Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has confidently predicted a sweeping victory for Mahagathbandhan in the Bihar Assembly elections of 2025. But here's where it gets controversial...
Yadav, addressing the media on November 12, 2025, expressed skepticism towards the exit polls, claiming they were conducted under pressure. He drew parallels to the 'Godi Media' phenomenon, highlighting instances where misinformation spread, including the false news of Bollywood actor Dharmendra's passing and the subsequent condolence messages from BJP leaders like Yogi Adityanath.
The Exit Polls vs. Reality
Nine exit polls projected a decisive majority for the NDA in Bihar, but Yadav pointed out that the media failed to disclose the sample size of these surveys. He alleged that the PMO and Amit Shah influenced the media's narrative, leading to biased reporting.
Yadav emphasized the significance of the increased voter turnout, with 72 lakh more people casting their votes compared to the 2020 Assembly election. He interpreted this surge as a mandate for change, stating that the 72 lakh votes were not to save Nitish Kumar but to bring about a new government.
Past Predictions vs. Actual Results
Yadav reminded the audience of the media's previous exit poll predictions in Jharkhand and West Bengal, which turned out to be inaccurate. He questioned the reliability of these polls, especially considering the agencies' over-estimation of BJP's victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha election.
Allegations of Manipulation and Fear Tactics
Yadav alleged that attempts would be made to slow down the vote counting process and create fear by conducting flag marches with military presence in every district. He expressed confidence in Mahagathbandhan's victory, stating that their supporters were vigilant and would not allow any cheating during the counting.
A Massive Victory for the People?
Despite the exit polls, Yadav remained steadfast in his belief that Mahagathbandhan would achieve a massive victory. He emphasized that their supporters were not afraid and that the counting process would be closely monitored to ensure transparency.
And this is the part most people miss: the power of the people's voice. Will the exit polls be proven wrong once again? Only time will tell. What are your thoughts on this? Do you think Mahagathbandhan will achieve the clean sweep Yadav predicts? Share your opinions in the comments below!
