The Bihar Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 have become more competitive after six candidates filed nominations for five seats. The final result may depend on cross-voting when legislators cast their votes on March 16.
In the Bihar Rajya Sabha Elections 2026, the ruling NDA alliance has fielded five candidates, while the opposition has nominated one candidate from the RJD-led bloc. Political observers believe the contest for the fifth seat could become very close.
Based on the current strength in the Bihar Assembly, the NDA can comfortably win four seats. However, the alliance still needs support from a few more MLAs to secure the fifth seat. Because of this gap, cross-voting during the March 16 voting may play an important role in deciding the final outcome.
The opposition also hopes to gain extra votes from smaller parties and independent MLAs. Leaders from both camps have expressed confidence about victory. Vote counting will take place on the same day after polling ends.
