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The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan, despite campaigning on a platform of change, is projected to finish with around 88 seats, while other parties may secure about 7 seats.People’s Pulse estimated 133–159 seats for the NDA, 75–101 for the Mahagathbandhan, 0–5 for Jan Suraaj, and 2–8 for others. The Dainik Bhaskar poll projected 145–160 seats for the NDA and 73–91 for the Mahagathbandhan. It further suggested that Jan Suraaj may not win any seat, while others could secure 5–10.CandidatesPartyVotesSamir Kumar MahasethRJDRashid KhalilAIMIMAnil Kumar MishraJanSuraajAccording to JVC-Polls, the NDA could win 135–150 seats, the Mahagathbandhan 88–103, and others 3–6. Matrize predicted 147–167 seats for the NDA and 70–90 for the opposition alliance, along with 2–10 for others. People’s Insight forecast 133–148 seats for the NDA, 87–102 for the Mahagathbandhan, and 3–6 for other parties.The Election Commission reported a 68.52 per cent turnout in the second phase of polling across 122 constituencies as of 5 pm on Tuesday.Madhubani assembly constituency combines town areas and nearby villages, with Brahmins, Muslims, Yadavs, Kayasthas, and about 13% SC voters. In 2020, it had 3,46,962 electors with a turnout of 54.13% and 1,87,739 valid votes. RJD’s Samir Kumar Mahaseth won with 71,332 votes, defeating VIP’s Suman Kumar Mahaseth, who secured 64,518, by 6,814. The contest here is largely bipolar between RJD and NDA constituents.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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