Bihar's Mahila Voter Surge: Women to Decide Fate of NDA vs Mahagathbandhan

This special report focuses on the pivotal role of women voters in the Bihar assembly elections, where their turnout is emerging as a decisive factor in the contest between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances. A key sentiment captured on the ground is, 'Education and employment are very important. We are talking about change. It is very important to change.' While both political fronts have made extensive promises, including the expansion of schemes like Jeevika and Lakhpati Didi, there is a palpable demand for more than just welfare. As the state concludes its first phase of polling, the report by India Today's Gaurav Sawant highlights that women are increasingly focused on tangible outcomes such as economic independence, better education, and job opportunities, signalling that their vote will determine who governs Bihar.