India, Oct. 6 -- Bihar Legislative Assembly polls will take place in two phases, on November 6 and 11, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Monday. The results will be announced on November 14.

The much-awaited announcement has set the stage for a high-stakes contest between the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the opposition Mahagathbandhan. The announcement was made by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at a press conference held at 4 pm in New Delhi.

Date of issue of gazette notification: October 10

Last date of nomination: October 17

Date of scrutiny: October 18

Last date of withdrawal of candidatures: October 20

Date of poll: November 6

Date of issue of gazette notification: October 13

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