By Sanjeev Miglani. NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India's general election, with nearly a billion eligible voters, ended on Saturday. India's general election, with nearly a billion eligible voters, ended on Saturday. Votes are to be counted on Tuesday and results will be announced shortly after. Modi-led Hindu nationalists are set to win the election, and will likely use their new mandate to increase repression.
India's election, the biggest in the world, saw more than six weeks of grueling campaigning - often in blistering heat. In the final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, West Bengal led with a voter turnout of 69.89% till 5 pm, followed by Jharkhand. After 47 days of elections, Indians will get a new Parliament that the Bharatiya Janata Party is still expected to dominate.
NEW DELHI (AP) — India's 6-week-long national election came to an end Saturday with most exit polls projecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP to win. GIFT Nifty 50 futures surged on exit poll results. India's deepening wealth divide and inequality has empowered some to reach new heights alongside the country's fast-growing economy.
The election results are eagerly awaited, with many speculating on the impact of Modi's victory on various sectors of Indian society. The BJP's victory is expected to have significant implications for national security and foreign policy. The opposition parties have raised concerns about potential threats to democratic values under the BJP's rule.
Analysts predict that Modi's win will further consolidate power in the hands of the Hindu nationalist party, raising questions about the future of India's secular democracy. The election outcome will also have implications for economic policies and social welfare programs. The BJP's emphasis on national security and development may overshadow concerns about civil liberties and minority rights.
Overall, the 2024 Indian elections have been a crucial moment in the country's political history, with the potential to reshape the social and economic landscape. The dominance of the BJP in the electoral process reflects a broader trend towards right-wing populism in global politics. As India prepares for a new government, the implications of this election will be felt far beyond its borders.
