Hear What Political Strategist Prashant Kishor Says On BJP's Expected Performance In 2024 Elections

In an interview with Times Now, it was stated by political strategist Prashant Kishor that the likelihood of BJP securing 370 seats alone in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha election is very slim.

It was mentioned by Prashant Kishor that he would be greatly surprised if BJP manages to secure 370 Lok Sabha seats alone, considering the current circumstances where the possibility is minimal.

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Prashant Kishor's Take on BJP in 2024 Elections

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has referred to this number in Parliament. However, I believe this is merely a goal for BJP workers, rather than a realistic possibility," expressed Prashant Kishor, giving his prediction for the forthcoming election.

The figure 370 was first brought up by Narendra Modi in Parliament regarding Article 370, which was scrapped by his government during his second term, with the assertion that BJP would secure 370 seats alone and NDA would surpass 400. Subsequently, PM Modi reiterated the target of 370 seats in numerous rallies he addressed, as reported by Hindustan Times, citing a Times Now interview.

"It is anticipated that BJP may perform notably well in Bengal. In Tamil Nadu, BJP may potentially achieve double-digit representation for the first time. Similarly, BJP is expected to make significant strides in Telangana," remarked Prashant Kishor. Prashant Kishor further expressed, "Issues like Sandeshkhali are likely to tarnish the ruling party's image, as reported by Times Now.

However, irrespective of Sandeshkhali, the BJP's influence is on the rise in Bengal. The 2024 election outcome in Bengal will likely catch many in Delhi off guard, who perceive BJP's prospects in Bengal as bleak." Regarding the possibility of a third term for PM Modi, Prashant Kishor conveyed that if BJP emerges victorious in the 2024 election, the continued erosion of democratic institutions is inevitable, though not exclusive to BJP.

Prashant Kishor drew parallels with the era of Indira Gandhi, emphasizing that whenever an individual or a group consolidates significant power, it undermines the democratic fabric of society. While India may not transition into a regime akin to China, signs of autocratic governance may become more pronounced. Prashant Kishor highlighted that there are currently 15 states governed by the opposition, reported Times Now.

Reflecting on the performance of the INDIA bloc, Prashant Kishor remarked that it commenced its activities late and should have undertaken efforts similar to the present ones last year. "Last year, the INDIA bloc did not persist beyond 7-10 days. If Rahul Gandhi could spend 7 days in Europe, why didn't the bloc operate for at least that duration last year," questioned Prashant Kishor, underscoring the need for the INDIA bloc to extend its vision beyond the 2024 election.