New Delhi: The BJP has surged ahead of the opposition alliance as counting of votes is underway for the Lik Sabha elections 2024.
This time, the BJP has set a target of 370 seats for itself and 400 seats for NDA. Poll Pundits have predicted a third term for PM Narendra Modi. The Congress, attenuated by-poll losses and a string of defections is part of the Opposition bloc INDIA taking on the BJP. Any party or coalition needs a majority of 272 seats to form the government.
This year’s Lok Sabha election was the second-longest since India’s first election in 1951-52.
The contest between the BJP and INDIA alliance in the Lok Sabha polls is a reflection of a broader ideological battle.
The BJP’s campaign was led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The party’s biggest star campaigner, PM Modi participated in over 200 public meetings, including rallies and roadshows. The INDIA bloc’s campaign featured joint rallies by Opposition leaders.
The counting of votes started at 8 amid tight security. The counting of EVM votes will be started 30 minutes after the postal ballot count.
