India Today-CICERO Opinion Polls gives edge to BJP in Bihar

The opinion poll conducted by the India Today Group (ITG) and CICERo has predicted a clear edge for the BJP-led NDA in Bihar. The opinion poll says BJP-LJP-RLSP-HAM combine may win 125 out of 243 seats, while the JD(U)-RJD-Congress Grand Alliance may win 106 seats. Others are expected to win 12 seats.

While the BJP alliance is predicted to gain 31 seats, JD(U) alliance may lose 35 seats. Nitish Kumar still leads the race as the most favourite CM candidate with 29% votes. Sushil Modi is on the second spot with 19%, while Lalu Yadav is at third spot with 12%.

As the magic figure to form the government is 122, it would be interesting to see how both alliances woo the voters to improve their tally. Polling in Bihar will be held in 5 phases between October 12 and November 5. Results will be declared on November 8.