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Schools and government offices in Telangana and Bihar were closed on November 11, 2025, for the bye elections. These places will also remain closed for vote counting on November 14, 2025.
As per the ongoing bye-poll, schools and government offices in Telangana and Bihar were closed on November 11, 2025. The closure applied to locations designated as polling stations as local authorities aimed to facilitate smooth and efficient voting on election day.
November 14: Count Day and Another Holiday
The closure extends to November 14, 2025, when the census will take place. To ensure the security and smooth running of the vote counting process, schools and government offices located near polling stations will remain closed. The Electoral Commission has also confirmed that this will also be a paid holiday for voters.
Telangana Bye Election: A Highly Controversial Battle
The bye election in Telangana’s Jubilee Hills constituency was a closely watched contest with 58 candidates contesting. The main contenders include Naveen Yadav of Congress (backed by AIMIM), L. Deepak Reddy of BJP and Sunita Gopinath of BRS (widow of late MLA Gopinath). In the election held on November 11, 2025, there was intense competition between the Congress, BJP and BRS parties.
Election Day Security Measures and Surveillance
To ensure a smooth election process, authorities implemented strict security measures at all polling places, including live streaming and drone surveillance. More than 1,700 police officers and eight CISF companies have been deployed to ensure the safety of voters and polling staff throughout the election day.
Paid Holiday for Voters
In accordance with the directive of the Election Commission, November 11 was declared a paid holiday for all voters who have the right to elect employees in business, commerce, industry or any other organization. This provision under Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act 1951 ensures that all voters can participate in elections without any professional or financial impediment.
Looking to the Future: November 14 Results
The counting of votes for the Jubilee Hills bye election will take place on November 14, 2025. The results will determine the next representative of the constituency in the Telangana Legislative Assembly. This election attracted a lot of attention due to the presence of high-profile candidates and its impact on the region’s political environment.
