As India gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, all eyes are on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to see if they can maintain their dominance in the country’s political landscape.
In the previous general elections held in 2019, the BJP secured a landslide victory, winning 303 out of 543 seats in the Lok Sabha. This was considered a historic win as it gave Modi a second consecutive term as prime minister with an even larger majority than before.
However, recent state elections have shown that there may be some cracks in the BJP’s stronghold. In West Bengal, formerly ruled by opposition party Trinamool Congress, the BJP made significant gains in the 2021 assembly elections but ultimately fell short of securing a majority.
This was a major blow to the BJP as they had invested heavily in campaigning and hoped to establish their presence in the eastern state.
Similarly, in other states like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, the BJP failed to make any significant impact despite aggressive campaigns by party leaders.
These results have raised concerns about whether the BJP will be able to maintain its dominance in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. One of the key factors that worked in favor of the party in 2019 was Modi’s popularity and strong leadership image. However, with India battling COVID-19 crisis and facing economic challenges, there has been some criticism towards his handling of the situation.
Moreover, in recent months, there has been a rise in farmers’ protests across the country against three new agricultural laws passed by the Modi government. This has also led to a decline in support for the BJP among rural voters, who make up a significant portion of India’s population.
To add to the BJP’s worries, there have been some reports of internal rifts within the party and criticism towards its top leaders. The recent resignation of former union minister Babul Supriyo further highlights these issues.
While it is still too early to predict the outcome of 2024 elections, it is clear that Modi and his party will face tough competition from opposition parties who are determined to challenge their dominance.
It remains to be seen whether they can retain their hold on power or if India will see a shift in its political landscape. As the country eagerly waits for the next Lok Sabha elections, one thing is certain – it will be a highly contested battle for power.
So, it’s time for Modi and his party to step up their game and address the concerns of the people in order to secure another term in office. Only time will tell who will emerge victorious in this high stakes election.
