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Modi Bloc Appears Set for Sweeping Victory in Bihar

Cash transfers, women voters and a broad caste alliance powered the BJP bloc in India’s poorest state.

Narendra Modi waves to supporters during his roadshow in Bihar state earlier this month ahead of local electionsAFP

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By Menaka Doshi and Nic Querolo

November 14, 2025 at 11:47 AM UTC

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Cash handouts, a higher turnout among women voters and a broader alliance across different castes are helping Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his allies sweep elections in Bihar, India’s poorest state.