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NDA Strength Rises to 49 in Bihar Legislative Council; Mahagathbandhan at 18
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 07:37 AM
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The NDA's membership in the Bihar Legislative Council is set to increase to 49, while the Mahagathbandhan's strength will reduce to 18 seats following the recent elections.
The political arithmetic of the Bihar Legislative Council has shifted significantly following the recent elections. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is poised to strengthen its position, with its total membership set to rise to 49. This increase marks a notable consolidation of power for the alliance within the upper house of the state legislature.
In contrast, the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) faces a contraction in its numbers, with its strength set to narrow down to 18 seats. This reduction reflects the changing dynamics of the state's political landscape as the new council composition takes shape.
One of the notable outcomes of the election was the victory for the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the Patna Teacher's constituency. This win adds a specific regional dimension to the broader numerical shift in the council.
The new composition of the Bihar Legislative Council will also see a unique familial representation, as two brothers are set to serve as members simultaneously. This development highlights the intricate family ties that often underpin political alliances in the region.
In contrast, the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) faces a contraction in its numbers, with its strength set to narrow down to 18 seats. This reduction reflects the changing dynamics of the state's political landscape as the new council composition takes shape.
One of the notable outcomes of the election was the victory for the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the Patna Teacher's constituency. This win adds a specific regional dimension to the broader numerical shift in the council.
The new composition of the Bihar Legislative Council will also see a unique familial representation, as two brothers are set to serve as members simultaneously. This development highlights the intricate family ties that often underpin political alliances in the region.