In New Delhi, the verdict of the 2024 Election Results has been announced, with the BJP-led NDA alliance securing a victory with 292 seats, outperforming the INDIA opposition alliance, which managed to win 232 seats. Despite maintaining a strong presence in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP encountered significant competition from the INDIA bloc. This electoral battle between the BJP and the INDIA alliance mirrors a larger ideological conflict.
Experts had anticipated a third consecutive term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yet the performance of the INDIA bloc surpassed expectations, showcasing a formidable challenge. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spearheaded the BJP’s election campaign, marking his presence in over 200 public gatherings, such as rallies and roadshows, thus standing out as the campaign’s most prominent figure. In contrast, the INDIA bloc organized joint rallies featuring various opposition leaders.
Vote counting commenced at 8 am under stringent security measures, with the EVM vote count beginning 30 minutes following the postal ballot tally. This Lok Sabha election ranks as the second-longest since India’s inaugural election in 1951-52. To form a government, a party or coalition must achieve a majority of at least 272 seats.