Following reports that Bihar registered a record 64% voter turnout in the first phase of the Assembly election across 121 of 243 Assembly seats, both political alliances in the fray—the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan—have spun it as a sign favouring their own camp. That confirmation bias is at work here is visible from the comments of politicians and experts. However, while the record voter turnout could benefit one side or the other, it is far too early to draw any definitive conclusions.
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"High voter turnout of around 65% in the first phase of Bihar polls indicates anti-incumbency, suggesting that people have voted for change in the state. The INDIA bloc will form a government with a two-thirds majority," said Congress leader Udit Raj.
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