BJP’s Unexpected Setbacks in India’s General Election: A Political Turnaround

Following the completion of India‘s vast general election, unexpected outcomes have surfaced, marking a significant political turnaround for the governing party, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Despite the BJP securing a majority with its allies, the BJP alone fell short of its anticipated margin in the Lok Sabha.

The opposition, Indian National Congress, won an unforeseen number of seats, signaling a shift from the previous election results in 2019 when the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) emerged with a sweeping victory.

The state of Uttar Pradesh (UP) played a pivotal role in reshaping the political landscape, witnessing surprising wins for the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Congress alliance, disrupting the BJP’s stronghold. Notably, BJP lost ground in Ayodhya, home to the Ram Janmabhoomi temple.

West Bengal saw unexpected results as the Trinamool Congress triumphed over the BJP, contrary to predictions. Meanwhile, the BJP broke through in Kerala, with its first Lok Sabha win via Suresh Gopi.

The political scenario in Maharashtra witnessed a shift as the INDIA alliance, including Congress, Shiv Sena, and the Nationalist Congress Party, clinched a significant portion of the seats against the BJP and its allies.

In Karnataka, the BJP faced setbacks despite emerging as the main winner, with the Congress and Janata Dal making strides in the election outcome.