India, Nov. 14 -- The increase in the turnout of women voters from 59.69% in 2020 to 71.6% in 2025 is seen as a major factor behind the unprecedented increase in overall polling and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s landslide victory.

The turnout has risen since 2010 and has been mainly attributed to the policies of the Nitish Kumar government for women's empowerment. It was over 80% in four districts, with the highest being 88.57% in Muslim-minority Kishanganj, compared to 65% voting in 2020, followed by Katihar (84.13%), Supaul (83.69%), and Purnea (83.66%). In 10 districts, the turnout of women exceeded 75%. The highest male voter turnout was in Katihar at 74.58%.

Overall, 71.6% of the women voters voted compared to 62.98% of ...