Modi’s Decade-Long Promise to Bihar Comes Alive in Landmark 2025 Polls

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently revisited his deep-rooted bond with Bihar during a speech in Surat, Gujarat, reflecting on his 2012 tribute to the state’s talents and resilience. His earlier address in Surat had highlighted Bihar’s global imprint despite decades of domestic challenges, urging a revival of Bihar’s lost self-confidence. This speech stands as a symbolic precursor to the Bihar Assembly elections in 2025, where the NDA secured a resounding mandate.

Modi praised Bihar’s electorate for their “hunger for development” and for rejecting divisive politics. He emphasized the extraordinary voter participation and lauded the role of Bihar’s youth and migrant communities in the state’s transformation. The speech also paid homage to Bihar’s historical leaders like Jayaprakash Narayan and Karpoori Thakur, celebrating the state’s heritage and projected future growth.

The NDA’s 46.6% vote share, highest in recent decades, and the doubling down on welfare initiatives mark a critical shift in Bihar’s political landscape. Modi’s vision connects cultural pride with economic aspirations, framing the electoral victory as a collective stride towards dignity and prosperity.

Key Highlights:

PM Modi’s 2012 Surat speech spotlighted Bihar’s contributions and called for renewed confidence.

Bihar’s 2025 Assembly elections saw the NDA win with a historic 46.6% vote share.

Modi praised the state’s resilience, youth engagement, and migrants’ role in development.

Homage paid to Bihar’s iconic leaders, linking heritage with modern progress.

The victory underscores rejection of caste-based politics in favor of development and unity.

NDA’s policies prominently focus on welfare, including support for Dalit farmers and youth employment.

Sources: IANS, Republic TV, Youtube recordings of PM Modi’s addresses, The Hindu Business Line