Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Highlights: 'Will work towards building a Viksit Bharat,' says PM Modi after NDA elects him leader

KC Venugopal, a prominent Congress leader, reached the residence of Mallikarjun Kharge, the party president, to attend a crucial meeting of the INDIA alliance.The gathering aims to discuss and strategize the future course of action for the opposition coalition, which has been actively challenging the ruling government on various issues.

In Patna, the capital city of Bihar, a poster has been erected to celebrate the triumph of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the recent Lok Sabha Elections held in 2024. The poster extends congratulations to two prominent figures: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

The poster's message acknowledges the significant role played by both leaders in securing the NDA's victory. It serves as a public display of appreciation for their efforts and leadership throughout the election campaign. The presence of such a poster in Patna highlights the importance of the electoral success for the state of Bihar and its political landscape.

"Bihar: A poster is put up in Patna congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for NDA's victory in the #LokSabhaElections2024"

The poster's location in Patna, a major city and political hub of Bihar, underscores the regional significance of the NDA's win. It also showcases the collaborative efforts between the central leadership, represented by Prime Minister Modi, and the state leadership, embodied by Chief Minister Kumar, in achieving this electoral triumph.

On Wednesday, senior leaders of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance convened in a meeting to discuss the specifics of forming the government. This gathering took place a day after the ruling coalition secured a majority in the Lok Sabha election, clearing the path for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term in office. The meeting, presided over by Modi, was attended by several prominent figures, including TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu, JD(U) leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Shiv Sena leader and Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and LJP (Ram Vilas) leader Chirag Paswan. High-ranking BJP leaders were also present at the meeting.

The TDP, JD(U), Shinde-led Shiv Sena, and the LJP (Ram Vilas) have secured 16, 12, seven, and five seats respectively, and their roles will be pivotal in the formation of the government.

Insiders suggest that NDA leaders are anticipated to formally express their confidence in Modi's leadership, and MPs from the coalition's constituent parties may convene in the coming days to select him as their leader.

Upon his arrival at the airport, Shinde addressed reporters, stating, "I have not come here to demand anything. I have come here to support Modiji in forming the government. Modiji has got a majority. The NDA will form the government under Modiji's leadership."

Although no official announcement has been made regarding the date of the oath-taking ceremony, some members of the alliance believe it could take place over the weekend if the composition of the new government is swiftly determined.

Parties such as the TDP and the JD(U) are likely to request key portfolios, as their support will be essential for the formation and stability of the government. Modi is poised to equal the record for the longest-serving Prime Minister, although the composition and nature of the new government are expected to differ, with the BJP's allies having a more significant role.

While the NDA has comfortably surpassed the majority mark of 272 in the 543-member Lok Sabha, the BJP, which secured 240 seats, has fallen short of the magic number for the first time since 2014 and is heavily reliant on its allies.

Abhishek Banerjee, the TMC national general secretary, expressed his positive outlook as he headed to the crucial INDIA bloc meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday. He mentioned that Mamata Banerjee, the TMC chairperson, received an invitation from the INDIA bloc leaders to attend the meeting.

The INDIA bloc leaders are set to convene at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence on Wednesday evening to strategize on forming the government. Banerjee noted that the people's verdict demonstrated the fragility of the NDA, while the INDIA partners remain united.

Banerjee highlighted the irony of BJP leaders' predictions, recalling their assertions about securing 30 seats in West Bengal and toppling the TMC government. However, the TMC emerged victorious with 29 seats. He drew parallels to the 2021 assembly polls, where BJP leaders had predicted winning 200 seats, but the TMC secured 215 seats instead. Banerjee attributed this discrepancy to the BJP's lack of connection with the people of Bengal.

Regarding the proposed swearing-in of PM Narendra Modi on June 8, Banerjee questioned the BJP's slogan "Ab ki baar 400 Paar." He claimed that the BJP leaders propagated a narrative about bringing Lord Ram inside the Ayodhya temple but ultimately used Lord Ram's name for electoral gains. Banerjee pointed out that even Ayodhya rejected the BJP in the elections.

Furthermore, Banerjee alleged that the BJP attempted to create an atmosphere of fear by utilizing central agencies, but the electorate rejected this approach when given the opportunity to vote against it. He praised the people for uprooting the communal forces and attributed the poll results to a culmination of factors, including the BJP's inability to present a development report card and their resort to divisive and communal politics.

Lastly, Banerjee emphasized that the people of the country voted against the price hike during the Modi regime and the government's disregard for addressing the real issues faced by the citizens.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says, "Who is there in the NDA, Nitish Babu, Chandra Babu, two 'babus' are there. There is Chirag babu. 'Dekh lenge'. The people have taken away BJP's majority and made them stand at 232. They are trying to form a 'Jod-tod wali sarkaar'. Let them do it, such efforts are made in a democracy. Let them go (take oath), if they have numbers, then they will go. We will keep seeing, we are getting entertained, why will we leave our entertainment?"

"I have not advised Rahul Gandhi. I don't have a stature to do that. I personally want him to continue from Raebareli. I will be working in whatever role decided by the party. I did not think about it in 40 years, I won't now. Congress has done well, will do well further", said Kishori Lal Sharma.

CPI general secretary D Raja says, "We will have to wait and see how things are going to move in the coming days because today there are crucial meetings of INDIA bloc and NDA. It has become a power struggle between the INDIA bloc and NDA. We will have to wait and see who gets the number and who gets the invitation from the President. These are the questions we need to face as political parties."

Sharad Pawar, a seasoned politician, has successfully maintained the loyalty of NCP workers at the grassroots level, as evidenced by the NCP (SP)'s impressive performance in the Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra. The party, led by Pawar, secured victories in 8 out of the 10 seats it contested, achieving a remarkable strike rate of 80 per cent.

On the other hand, the Nationalist Congress Party, headed by Pawar's estranged nephew and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, managed to win only one of the four seats it contested, resulting in a strike rate of 25 per cent. Surprisingly, the Congress party, which had won only one Lok Sabha seat in Maharashtra in the 2019 elections, made a strong resurgence, securing 13 out of the 17 seats it contested, with a strike rate of 75 per cent.

It is worth noting that most of the constituencies won by NCP (SP) are located in western Maharashtra, which is considered Pawar's traditional stronghold. The Ajit Pawar-led NCP's sole victory came in the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency, where the party's state unit president Sunil Tatkare defeated his Shiv Sena (UBT) opponent Anant Geete.

The BJP, which fielded candidates in 28 seats, managed to win only 9, resulting in a strike rate of 31 per cent. The BJP's ally, the Shiv Sena led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, contested 15 seats and emerged victorious in 7, with a strike rate of 45 per cent. In contrast, the rival Shiv Sena faction led by Uddhav Thackeray achieved a strike rate of 41 per cent, winning only 9 of the 21 seats it contested.

Interestingly, the Sangli constituency was won by Vishal Patil, an Independent candidate who is affiliated with the Congress party. Out of the total 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra, the Maha Vikas Aghadi, comprising Shiv Sena (UBT), NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar), and Congress, collectively secured 30 seats, while the Mahayuti, consisting of BJP, Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar-led NCP, was limited to 17 seats.

Ramdas Athawale, a Union minister, has affirmed that the NDA alliance will remain steadfast in their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a statement, Athawale said, "People have given the responsibility of forming the government of NDA under the leadership of PM Modi...No ally of NDA alliance will shift loyalties..."

During a recent Union cabinet meeting, the members deliberated on the accomplishments of the government under PM Modi's guidance. The cabinet reached a consensus to back the Prime Minister, as Athawale noted, "In the Union cabinet meeting, we held a discussion on works done by the government under the leadership of PM Modi....A unanimous decision was taken by the Union cabinet to support PM Modi..."

Furthermore, Athawale confirmed that in the upcoming NDA meeting, the alliance will endorse Narendra Modi's candidacy for the position of Prime Minister. He stated, "In the NDA meeting, we will support the candidature of Narendra Modi for the post of Prime Minister...."

Naidu, Nitish, and other leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) convened at the residence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deliberate on the formation of the new government.

The meeting, which took place shortly after the victory of the NDA in the recent elections, aimed to discuss the allocation of ministerial positions and the overall structure of the upcoming administration.

Key figures from various NDA constituent parties, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, were present at the gathering to provide their insights and suggestions regarding the formation of the new government.

The discussions are expected to pave the way for a smooth transition of power and the establishment of a stable and effective government that will work towards fulfilling the promises made to the electorate during the campaign.

Madhavi Latha, a prominent BJP leader, recently made a statement comparing the party's approach to warfare with that of the Pandavas and Kauravas from the epic Mahabharata. She emphasized that the BJP only engages in straightforward battles, much like the Pandavas, while the Kauravas employed underhanded tactics and attacked from behind.

Latha acknowledged that although the Pandavas emerged victorious in the Kurukshetra war, they suffered significant losses, including their own children, the Panch Pandavas, and the mighty warrior Abhimanyu. She drew parallels between this ancient conflict and the current political landscape, suggesting that in the battle between truth and injustice, the truth often has to make sacrifices and lose some of its supporters.

"We have to sacrifice our beloved voters because of the wrong allegations, wrong misinterpretations, and wrong communication that has been passed onto those simple, poor, insecure people of this country," Latha stated. Despite these challenges, she expressed confidence that truth and justice will ultimately prevail, attributing the BJP's return to power to this belief.

Jitan Ram Manjhi, the former Chief Minister of Bihar and the founder of Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular), has expressed his support for Narendra Modi's bid to become the Prime Minister of India for a third consecutive term. In a statement, Manjhi declared, "We are in favour of Narendra Modi becoming the Prime Minister of India for the third time..."

He further emphasized the collective desire of his party and allies to see Modi continue as the nation's leader. "All of us together want him to become the Prime Minister of India. We will choose him as our leader..." Manjhi's endorsement comes as a significant boost to Modi's prospects in the upcoming general elections.

The NDA's performance in the recent Bihar Lok Sabha elections was its worst since coming to power in the state. The BJP-led coalition secured only 30 out of the 40 seats, a significant drop from its previous tallies of 39 in 2019, 31 in 2014, and 32 in 2009. Despite ruling Bihar since 2005 and having a strong ally in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the NDA struggled to maintain its dominance in the face of the "Modi wave".

The INDIA bloc, comprising the RJD, Congress, and Left parties, managed to win nine seats, with one going to an Independent candidate. The bloc's best performance came from the south Bihar region of Shahabad and Magadh, where it won six out of the eight seats that went to polls in the final phase. CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya noted, "Even though the INDIA coalition has underperformed in Bihar, the best performance has once again come from the south Bihar region of Shahabad and Magadh. Of the eight seats that went to the polls in this region on the last phase, INDIA has won six and put up a great fight in the other two".

The RJD, the largest Bihar constituent of the INDIA bloc, won only four seats, falling short of its potential. The Congress, often considered a spent force in the state, surprised many by winning three of the nine seats it contested, including the Sasaram reserved constituency. The Magadh-Shahabad region also saw the RJD's strategic move to field Arun Kushwaha, a JD(U) turncoat, in the Rajput-majority Aurangabad seat, which paid off as they wrested the seat from the BJP.

The INDIA bloc also made gains in the Muslim-dominated Seemanchal region, with the Congress retaining Kishanganj and senior leader Tariq Anwar winning back Katihar from the JD(U). Independent candidate Pappu Yadav, who calls himself a "loyal soldier of Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi", won the Purnea seat, defeating the two-term JD(U) MP Santosh Kushwaha.

NDA meeting in Delhi began with top leaders including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Gadkari in attendance.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday said that in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, people voted for protecting the Constitution, reservation and democracy.

"The votes were cast to save the Constitution, democracy and reservation, and we hope that by walking on the path of social justice we will be able to fulfil the dreams of Netaji (Mulayam Singh Yadav) and Samajwadis," Akhilesh Yadav told ANI.

Asked about if the INDIA bloc would be able to form the government at the Centre, he said that it was all about numbers.

"Yes, I am going to Delhi (to attend the INDIA bloc meeting). It is all a matter of numbers (govt formation). The public has rejected negative politics. We aimed to stop the BJP. I thank the public for this and their cooperation," he said.

Akhilesh Yadav won the Kannauj Lok Sabha constituency with a vote margin of 1,70,922 defeating BJP's Subrat Pathak who was the incumbent.

The Election Commission data reveals that the BJP secured victory in 25 out of the 26 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat. However, the party's vote share declined from 63.11 per cent in the 2019 elections to 61.86 per cent in the recent polls.

The Congress and AAP, both members of the INDIA bloc, collectively garnered 33.93 per cent of the votes in the 25 constituencies they contested. The Congress's vote share stood at 31.24 per cent, while the AAP managed to secure 2.69 per cent.

In a closely contested battle, the Congress succeeded in wresting the Banaskantha seat from the BJP, preventing the ruling party from achieving a third consecutive clean sweep of all 26 seats in the home state of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah.

Despite fielding candidates in Bharuch and Bhavnagar as part of the INDIA bloc, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) failed to secure victory in these constituencies.
The EC data also highlighted that in the 2019 elections, when the Congress contested independently without any alliance, it registered a vote share of 32.55 per cent but failed to win a single seat.

The Lok Sabha election outcomes have demonstrated that the Bharatiya Janata Party is not invincible, according to Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray. He made this statement during a meeting with his party's victorious candidates on Wednesday. Rajabhau Prakash Waje, who secured the Nashik seat, and Sanjay Dina Patil, who won from Mumbai North East, visited the former Maharashtra chief minister at his residence a day after the election results were declared.

"The elections have shown that the BJP can be defeated. The myth (that it cannot be defeated) has been broken," Thackeray said.

Thackeray had previously met with Arvind Sawant and Anil Desai, who emerged victorious in the Mumbai South and Mumbai South Central constituencies, respectively.

RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary says, "NDA is going to form the government for the third time. We are part of NDA. I congratulate all the newly elected MPs. I am happy that we have to work together for the country."

Uddhav Thackeray is going to Delhi in the evening today to attend the INDIA alliance meeting, confirms Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare

Ravi Shankar Prasad, BJP's winning candidate from Patna Sahib Lok Sabha seat says, "I thank the people of Patna Sahib for blessing me. PM Narendra Modi will take oath as the Prime Minister soon." When asked about the speculations around Bihar CM and JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar, he says, "Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu have cleared their stand"

The Election Commission of India has announced the results for 542 out of the 543 Lok Sabha constituencies, following the conclusion of the Lok Sabha elections. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the single largest party, securing 240 seats, while the Congress party made significant gains, winning 99 seats.

However, the BJP's victory count fell short of its previous performances in 2019 and 2014, when it had won 303 and 282 seats, respectively. In contrast, the Congress party showcased a remarkable improvement, nearly doubling its tally from 52 seats in 2019 and more than doubling its 2014 count of 44 seats.

The INDIA bloc, a coalition of opposition parties, exceeded expectations by crossing the 230-seat mark, presenting a formidable challenge to the ruling party and defying the predictions made by various exit polls.

PM Modi has secured a third term, but the BJP will need to rely on the support of other parties in his coalition - JD (U) chief Nitish Kumar and TDP's chief Chandrababu Naidu.

The BJP, having fallen 32 seats short of the 272 majority mark, will require the support of its coalition partners to form the government. This marks the first instance since 2014 that the BJP has not achieved a majority on its own.

As the nation awaits the formation of the new government, the leaders of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) are expected to convene at Prime Minister Modi's residence later today to discuss the way forward.

President Murmu accepted PM Modi's resignation and requested him to continue till new government assumes office, Rashtrapati Bhavan informed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Droupadi Murmu, tendering resignation along with council of ministers:

After his party’s performance in Lok Sabha elections in UP, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav says, “Yes, I am going to Delhi. It is all a matter of numbers (govt formation). The public has rejected negative politics. We aimed to stop BJP. I thank the public for this and their cooperation. The votes were cast to save the Constitution, democracy and reservation, and we hope that by walking on the path of social justice we will be able to fulfil the dreams of Netaji and Samajwadis."

Sudesh Mahto, the leader of the AJSU Party, declared that the NDA has secured the necessary mandate to establish the government at the Centre, as it has comfortably surpassed the majority mark of 272 in the 543-member Lok Sabha. Mahto departed for Delhi to participate in the NDA meeting scheduled to take place in the national capital later that day, following an invitation from Union Home Minister Amit Shah, according to a party spokesperson.

In the seat-sharing arrangement with the BJP, the AJSU Party, an NDA ally in Jharkhand, was allocated the Giridih constituency, which it successfully won. The party's candidate, Chandraprakash Choudhary, emerged victorious, defeating JMM's Mathura Mahato by a margin of 80,880 votes.

The Union cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recommended the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha today, just one day after the results of the Lok Sabha elections were announced. The current term of the Lok Sabha is set to expire on June 16.

Reliable sources have indicated that the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Janata Dal-United (JDU), considered to be potential "kingmakers," have given their approval for the formation of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. Consequently, the swearing-in ceremony for PM Modi is expected to take place on June 8. Both the TDP and JDU are anticipated to formally submit letters of support to the BJP during an upcoming meeting of the alliance.

The Election Commission of India has announced the results for 542 out of the 543 Lok Sabha constituencies. The BJP emerged victorious in 240 seats, while the Congress secured 99 seats. However, the BJP's victory tally fell short of its impressive performance in 2019, when it won 303 seats, and also lower than the 282 seats it had secured in 2014. In contrast, the Congress party demonstrated significant growth, winning 99 seats, a notable increase from the 52 seats it had won in 2019 and the 44 seats it had secured in 2014.

PM Modi reached Rashtrapati Bhavan to handover Cabinet resolution to President.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi leaves from his residence in Delhi. The INDIA alliance meeting is scheduled to be held at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's residence later this evening.

Ajeet Sharma, the father of Bollywood actor Neha Sharma, faced defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Bhagalpur, Bihar, where he contested on an Indian National Congress ticket. Janata Dal (United) candidate Ajay Kumar Mandal emerged victorious, securing more votes than Sharma.

Following the announcement of the election results on Tuesday, Neha expressed her gratitude to her father's supporters through an Instagram post, acknowledging the challenging day for their family.

"It's been a tuff day for us but we gave a very good fight and I'm very thankful to all the people who believed in my Father and voted for him. While we turn the page to the next chapter remember - Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail," Neha wrote.

Aisha Sharma, Neha's sister, also shared a message dedicated to their father in light of the election outcome.

Champai Soren, Jharkhand CM says, "Election is over so it is important to talk among the alliance so there is a meeting in the evening...no party has got the majority, all are going forward with alliance only. Therefore it is important for us to hold a discussion"

The formation of the NDA government and the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to take place on June 8.

A meeting of the Maharashtra unit of the BJP began here on Wednesday, a day after the party won nine Lok Sabha seats in the state, where its tally dwindled by 14 as compared to the 2019 parliamentary polls. Deputy chief minister and senior BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis and the party's state unit chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule are among the leaders who are attending the meeting, party sources said. The party's performance will be analysed during the meetings and discussions related to it will be held, they said. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP had won 23 seats in Maharashtra.

This time, the BJP and allies won 17 seats out of the 48 Lok Sabha seats in the state, with the BJP's tally dwindling by less than half compared to 2019, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) of Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) won 30 of the 48 seats. The BJP-led NDA fell significantly short of its target of bagging 45-plus seats in Maharashtra, garnering just 17 seats. The Congress won 13 seats, a quantum jump from the solitary seat it won in the state in 2019, while Shiv Sena (UBT) won nine and NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) got eight seats.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, a prominent Congress leader, expressed her heartfelt sentiments for her brother, Rahul Gandhi, following his victory in both constituencies he contested and the party's improved performance in the Lok Sabha elections. In her touching message, she commended Rahul's unwavering determination and resilience.

Despite facing skepticism regarding his convictions and being subjected to what she described as an "overwhelming propaganda of lies," Priyanka emphasized that Rahul remained steadfast in his pursuit of truth. She praised his courage, stating that he "never backed down and kept fighting for truth."

Priyanka Gandhi characterized her brother as the "bravest of all," highlighting his approach of combating challenges with love, truth, and kindness. She concluded her note by expressing her deep sense of pride in Rahul Gandhi's actions and character.

When asked if INDIA alliance will try to have their govt at the Centre, RJD's Tejashwi Yadav says, "Have some patience. Wait & watch." As photos of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar & him travelling on the same flight to Delhi go viral, he says, "We greeted each other. Baaki kya hota hai, aage dekhte dekhte rahiye."

"Sarkar toh ab banegi hi," Bihar CM and JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar said as he arrived in Delhi for the NDA meeting. Party MP Sanjay Kumar Jha is also accompanying him.

"Why are these visuals surprising to anyone? We (RJD and JD(U)) have worked together as well as separately. The visuals just represent the respect Tejashwi Yadav has for Nitish Kumar," says RJD leader Manoj Jha on Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav travelling to Delhi in the same flight.

Amid buzz, Sharad Pawar said that he hasn't spoken to TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu or JDU leader Nitish Kumar amid speculations. This comes after reports suggested that Pawar has reached out to the two leaders with an aim of taking INDIA alliance past the 272-mark.

"I know my height": Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin repeated this famous statement of his father M Karunanidhi, when asked if INDIA bloc would project him as its PM candidate. "I have said this several times," he told reporters on Tuesday.

Stalin said he would leave for New Delhi to take part in INDIA alliance meeting, and thanked the efforts made by INDIA bloc leaders and cadres to defeat fascism and to safeguard democracy and the Constitution.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the third consecutive victory of BJP-led NDA alliance in Lok Sabha Elections. "I wish the people of India peace and prosperity, and I hope for continued cooperation between our countries. May our partnership continue to thrive, bringing progress and mutual understanding for our nations...we also look forward to seeing India attend the Peace Summit," he tweets.

Here's what Congress leader Kamal Nath said about his son Nakul Nath losing election from Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh, which continued to be his bastion for long. Kamal Nath had won nine times from Chhindwara since 1980. "I accept the result and the decision of people. My role to serve people of Chhindwara will be the same."

The Union Cabinet meeting to take stock of the Lok Sabha election results and recommend the dissolution of the current Lok Sabha has begun. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the meeting, a day after the general election results were declared. Sources said Modi has convened the meeting at his Lok Kalyan Marg residence and is likely to recommend the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha, whose term ends on June 16.

INDIA Alliance meeting to be held at 6 PM today at the residence of Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss the election results and strategy thereafter.

Manoj Jha, a prominent figure in the Rashtriya Janata Dal, strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party following their failure to secure a majority in the Lok Sabha elections. He asserted that the public had delivered a "shock" to the party due to their "attitude."

Furthermore, Jha directed his criticism towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that in the aftermath of the election results, the BJP-RSS is actively seeking Modi's "replacement."

Manoj Jha said, "You talked about 400 paar. You had a majority in 2014 and 2019, but this time you are 34 seats short of a majority. Accept this, the people have given you a shock and told you that the government won't be run with this attitude. People did not let you reach 272 seats."

"Has coalition ever mattered to you (BJP)? What did you do with Shiv Sena, Akali Dal and even Nitish ji and Chandrababu ji. Today, it is your need, but I know the Prime Minister's party and the organisation in Nagpur (RSS)...your (PM Modi) replacement is being searched, so think over that," he added.

As the race to form the next government intensifies, both the NDA and INDIA alliances are convening strategic meetings in Delhi to secure the necessary numbers for a majority.

To establish a government, a party or coalition must attain a two-third majority, which translates to 272 seats. With this goal in mind, the BJP and the INDIA bloc are holding separate meetings in the capital city to explore potential coalition partners.

Among the NDA leaders arriving in Delhi are Bihar chief minister and Janata Dal United (JDU) chief Nitish Kumar, as well as Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu. Interestingly, Nitish Kumar and his former INDIA ally, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav, will be sharing the same flight to Delhi.

The Union Cabinet meeting is slated for around 3:30 pm, while the INDIA bloc will convene at 6 pm in the national capital. As the political landscape continues to shift, all eyes are on these crucial meetings that could determine the future of India's governance.

Sharad Pawar, the NCP-SCP chief, and Supriya Sule, the party's MP from Baramati, departed from Mumbai on Wednesday morning, heading to Delhi to attend the INDIA bloc meeting scheduled for later in the day. The NCP-SCP managed to secure 8 seats in Maharashtra during the recent Lok Sabha elections.

Supriya Sule emerged victorious in the Baramati Lok Sabha Seat for the fourth consecutive time, defeating Sunetra Pawar, her sister-in-law. Expressing her gratitude to the people of Baramati, Sule in a message to the people of Baramati, thanked the voters for reposing their faith in her again.

As political strategies are being formulated, both the BJP-led NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc have planned meetings on Wednesday to discuss their future courses of action and solidify their respective positions.