Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi expressed confidence that the INDIA bloc will form the next government after the Lok Sabha polls. He said that the Congress-led alliance fought the elections on real issues affecting the people and raised the voices of farmers, workers, youth, women, and the deprived. Gandhi thanked the leaders and workers of the opposition alliance for standing up to protect the Constitution and institutions of the country.
As the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) strives to regain its grip on the Sangrur parliamentary constituency, which it lost in the 2022 Lok Sabha byelection, the path to victory in the 2024 general election seems arduous. Residents of Sangrur, the stronghold of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, express dissatisfaction with the unmet promises of the AAP government. Unfulfilled assurances regarding Aam Aadmi clinics, minimum support price (MSP) for crops, and eradicating the drug menace have left some voters disillusioned. However, some residents acknowledge improvements in electricity supply, raising hopes that the government can still deliver on its commitments.
The recent Assembly election results in various Indian states provide insights into potential vote swings in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. To analyze these implications, The Hindu presents an interactive graphic that examines the scenarios necessary for the BJP/NDA to secure a strong victory or for the opposition to weaken their position.
The campaigning for the seventh and final phase of the Lok Sabha election is coming to an end today. This phase will see 57 Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh go to polls. A total of 751 political parties are participating in the 2024 elections, marking a 104% increase compared to 2009. The Trinamool Congress has dominated the campaign in West Bengal, while the Bharatiya Janata Party has focused on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rallies. The Prime Minister’s planned meditation at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial has sparked controversy, with the Congress alleging a violation of the model code of conduct.
The upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha promise an intense battle between the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and the main Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). While the BJD aims to secure a sixth consecutive term for Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, the BJP has raised the issue of ‘Odia asmita’ or self-pride, targeting Patnaik’s aide, V.K. Pandian, a non-Odia bureaucrat-turned-politician.
Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, a recent analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed a substantial increase in the number of political parties participating. Compared to 368 parties in 2009, 751 parties are contesting in 2024, reflecting a remarkable 104% rise. The analysis also highlights the prevalence of criminal cases among candidates and the financial assets of contenders.
Raghuram Rajan, former Reserve Bank of India Governor, has refuted rumors of joining politics amidst the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. In an exclusive interview, Rajan emphasized his commitment to academic pursuits and assisting from the sidelines rather than pursuing an active political role.
BJP candidate Ravi Kishan, seeking re-election from Gorakhpur, has predicted a crushing defeat for half a dozen Opposition parties in the Lok Sabha polls, claiming they will lose their deposits. He accused the Opposition bloc, which includes Congress, of plotting to run the country based on Shariat law. Kishan dismissed allegations of being an outsider, emphasizing his local roots in Gorakhpur. He criticized the Samajwadi Party’s Kajal Nishad, also an actor-politician, for making such claims. Kishan praised the welfare schemes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, crediting them for empowering the people.
The sale of liquor in Bengaluru will be prohibited on multiple days in June due to the Karnataka Legislative Council elections and results, as well as the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 vote counting. The dry days will be implemented to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections and prevent any potential disruptions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged eligible voters to come forward in large numbers and participate in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. He emphasized the importance of every vote and its significance for a vibrant and flourishing democracy. PM Modi also specifically requested women and young voters to actively participate in the election process.
