Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s coalition faces a politically fraught contest in Bihar as youth unemployment, distrust over electoral rolls, and concerns about governance dominate voter sentiment. The BJP and its allies are pressing rural development and job creation narratives, but critics argue much remains rhetorical. Analysts say the outcome could trigger regional realignments affecting national discourse. With over 200 assembly seats in play, the state poll is shaping up as a referendum on central schemes and coalition durability ahead of general elections.