The bugle has been sounded for India’s first assembly election in the Covid-19 era. Despite deciding who governs almost 125 million people in Bihar for the next five years, the biggest multi-faith festival will remain like other celebrations since March — subdued, albeit in campaign method. While people are making prophecies about low turnout, voter enthusiasm may match past polls if not set new records. After all, if the rising Covid-19 graph fails to keep people indoors, there is no reason for them to stay away due to fear. Yet, massive public meetings, nukkad sabhas and other elements of a cacophonous campaign shall be missing. Key will be how different parties interact with voters and get the message across. Much has also been stated about migrant voters — how they will carry grievances into booths and impact polls. But, there is little clarity on whether those who returned…
Mandate in a pandemic: NDA has many strengths. But Bihar can yet spring a surprise
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by Krupali

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