India, Nov. 15 -- The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) delivered a crushing blow to its opponents in Bihar on Friday, racing ahead to retain power with a sweeping win in 202 seats, overdelivering on all expectations.

The NDA tsunami left the Opposition Mahagathbandhan far behind and the BJP emerged as the single-largest party in Bihar with 89 seats, followed by Nitish Kumar's Janata-Dal (United) at 85. While the Mahagathbandhan, including RJD and Congress, suffered a crushing defeat, Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party failed to open its account despite an extensive campaign.

Here is a complete breakdown of the seat tally in Bihar:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday evening visited the BJP Headquarters in New Delhi where he termed...