In Pictures: 6 Maoist-Hit Districts Vote in Second Phase of Bihar Elections

Six Maoist-Hit districts vote in second phase of Bihar elections today. The fate of 456 candidates in 32 constituencies spread over six districts is up for the mandate.

Around 8.58 million voters are eligible to vote in the districts of Gaya, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, Arwal, as well as Kaimur and Rohtas.

Some of these areas are also under Maoist influence, and officials admit security will be a major concern.
Most of the 8,849 polling booths which will see voting on Friday are in rural areas.
After the completion of the first phase of polling in 49 seats, the second phase saw BJP-led National Democratic Alliance sharpening attack on the 'Grand Alliance' on the backdrop of a sting video that purportedly showed a minister accepting Rs 4 lakh bribe.

In view of the security concerns, voting time has been curtailed by one hour and two hours in as many as 23 constituencies.
A total of 993 companies of Central Para Military and state police companies (each comprising 100 personnel) are deployed to conduct free and fair elections. (PTI Photo)