A look back at major electoral wins and losses across India in 2024
The Hindu
India along with over 60 more nations went to the polls in 2024. The nation saw major elections this year, including Lok Sabha and Assembly polls in at least eight States, with BJP facing mixed results nationwide.
2024 has been the election year. India along with over 60 more nations went to the polls. Taking centre stage, the much-anticipated Lok Sabha election in April-May and Assembly polls in at least eight States had set a politically charged environment across the nation.
The year also saw the return of the democratic electoral process in Jammu and Kashmir. In Odisha, Naveen Patnaik’s BJD lost power for the first time in 26 years since the party was formed.
From the weakening of the BJP’s roaring slogan of ‘Abki baar 400 paar’in the 2024 General Elections, which was hailed as a win for democracy, to the saffron party ending on a high note with poll victory in Maharashtra, here’s our roundup of the major elections that took place this year.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spearheaded the BJP campaign, formed the government in 2024 for a third consecutive term on June 8 but not with a mandate he had hoped for. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured a majority, however met with losses in three Hindi heartland States after an election that was projected as a referendum on PM Modi’s popularity.
The PM Modi-led NDA, which had set a target of winning 400 seats in the Lok Sabha, bagged only 286 seats. The BJP won in 240 seats, falling 32 short of the halfway mark of 272 seats in the Lok Sabha in the House of 543, a far cry from the 303 and 282 seats it had won in 2019 and 2014.
Ending a decade of single-party majority, the BJP formed a coalition government with two of its largest allies, N. Chandrababu Naidu of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Nitish Kumar of the Janata Dal (United).
One of the biggest setbacks for the BJP was its poor performance in the crucial State of Uttar Pradesh. The Akhilesh Yadav-led Samajwadi Party emerged victorious on 37 seats while its partner Congress won in six. In Ayodhya, the saffron party suffered a major shock losing the Faizabad constituency – the home of the Ram temple, which was inaugurated in January eyeing the polls.
Rajasthan BJP government dissolves districts created by Congress, sparking political controversy and opposition protests.
Chitra Santhe on January 5, 2025, at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath featuring 1,500 artists, dedicated to girl child awareness.
‘Pushpa 2’ actor Allu Arjun virtually appears in court for Sandhya 70 MM theatre stampede case, bail adjourned to December 30.
Lok Swaraj Padayatra in Karnataka led by Kiran Mugabasav promotes Gandhian ideals and socio-political harmony, covering 600 km.
Discover Thirunangai Press LLP at the 48th Chennai Book Fair, showcasing authentic writings by and about transgender individuals.
Eastern Naval Command's 'Operational Demonstration' rehearsals on R.K. Beach Road attract tourists with aerial displays and naval operations.
Pourakarmikas in Hubballi stage mock funeral for municipal commissioner over unmet demands, urging legal action for resolution implementation.
Former CJI N.V. Ramana calls for concerted effort to preserve Telugu language. He exhorts youngsters to remove the misconception that studying in Telugu will not fetch them jobs, and urges the State government to set up Potti Sriramulu Viswavidyalayam in Andhra Pradesh.
Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau partners with Edistys Foundation and Kriyate Edutech for 'drug-free wellness' initiative, educating teens on substance abuse.
Kolkata Police summons BJP MLA after extortion attempt in Abhishek Banerjee's name, sparking investigation and political controversy.
With a decline in the number of flight operations, the Kalaburagi Airport, which became operational five years ago, seems to be moving out of the radar of domestic airlines.