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Lok Sabha Election 2024 Results Highlights: NDA Wins 293 Seats; Modi Set To Become PM For Third Time

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India Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Highlights:

The Union cabinet, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, recommended the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha after the general election results. President Droupadi Murmu accepted Modi's resignation and requested him and his ministers to continue until the new government forms.

The current term ends on June 16, marking a crucial phase in India's democratic process. With BJP securing 240 seats and NDA having a clear majority, they are set to form the next government. Key NDA leaders met to discuss government formation, with the oath-taking ceremony expected soon.

Allies like TDP and JD(U) are anticipated to negotiate for key portfolios, crucial for a stable administration. As Modi gears up for a third term, the new government's composition is likely to include BJP's allies, reflecting a more significant role for coalition dynamics.

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On the other side, Congress' INDIA Bloc surprised everyone with a power-packed performance. They collectively won 234 seats, the highest for an opposition in the history of Indian politics.

Bihar's JDU and Andhra Pradesh's TDP have emerged as kingmakers in this contest and both alliances are trying their best to appease their leaders Nitish Kumar and N Chandrababu Naidu.

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11:57 PM, 5 Jun

PM Narendra Modi tweets, "Happy to speak with Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Thanked him for his warm wishes. We reaffirmed our shared commitment to bolster the deep-rooted and multifaceted partnership between India and Nepal, and agreed to sustain the positive momentum in our relations."

11:43 PM, 5 Jun

President's Media Division of Sri Lanka tweets "Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe congratulated PM Modi on the BJP-led NDA's electoral victory in a phone call. During the conversation, PM Modi invited President Wickremesinghe to his swearing-in ceremony which he accepted."

10:26 PM, 5 Jun

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin met TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu at Delhi airport. Tamil Nadu CM tweets "I conveyed my best wishes to him and expressed hope that we will collaborate to strengthen the ties between the brotherly states of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. I am confident that he will play a crucial role in the Union Government, advocating for the southern states and protecting our rights."

10:25 PM, 5 Jun

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen tweets, "Congratulations to the people of India! And congratulations Narendra Modi. As the EU moves into its own elections, we celebrate the voice of the people in our democracies, the two biggest in the world. I look forward to a continued fruitful partnership between the EU and India."

10:24 PM, 5 Jun

President Droupadi Murmu hosted a dinner for the outgoing Union Council of Ministers, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

10:14 PM, 5 Jun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves from the Rashtrapati Bhavan after attending the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu.

Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaves from the Rashtrapati Bhavan after attending the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu. pic.twitter.com/XePQ77HkuR

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
10:02 PM, 5 Jun

"I am going to come (to Delhi) on June 7," says TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu. The NDA MPs will meet on June 7 to formally elect Narendra Modi as their leader and the alliance leaders will then go to the President to submit their letters of support.

9:33 PM, 5 Jun

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP MP Sanjay Singh leave from the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge after attending the meeting of the INDIA bloc leaders

Delhi: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP MP Sanjay Singh leave from the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge after attending the meeting of the INDIA bloc leaders pic.twitter.com/SDM4gQEooo

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
9:31 PM, 5 Jun

Tamil Nadu CM and DMK President MK Stalin leaves from Delhi airport after attending the meeting of the INDIA bloc at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge

Tamil Nadu CM and DMK President MK Stalin leaves from Delhi airport after attending the meeting of the INDIA bloc at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge pic.twitter.com/eIAk3HLVqx

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
9:30 PM, 5 Jun

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu leaves from Delhi airport after attending the meeting of the NDA leaders at 7, LKM, the residence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu leaves from Delhi airport after attending the meeting of the NDA leaders at 7, LKM, the residence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. pic.twitter.com/TCzKwdZLJ9

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
9:29 PM, 5 Jun

President of the European Council Charles Michel tweets "Congratulations PM Modi on your results in India's General Elections, the world's largest election. The EU is looking forward to continuing to deepen our strategic partnership with India. Our continents must cooperate on the most pressing global challenges: climate change, peace & security, and the fight against poverty."

9:28 PM, 5 Jun

President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan tweets "I extend my sincere congratulations to my friend PM Narendra Modi on his re-election as Prime Minister and wish him success in leading India to further progress and growth. Our two countries enjoy a deeply rooted strategic partnership and I look forward to our continued collaboration aimed at advancing the shared development goals of our nations and our peoples."

9:27 PM, 5 Jun

The United States congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Democratic Alliance on their victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha general elections. With approximately 650 million voters casting their ballots over the past six weeks, these elections represent the largest exercise in democracy in human history. We commend Indian voters, poll workers, civil society, and journalists for their commitment and vital contributions to India’s democratic processes and institutions. We look forward to continuing to further our partnership with the Indian government to promote prosperity and innovation, address the climate crisis, and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region: US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller

9:26 PM, 5 Jun

Leaders of the INDIA alliance including Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, MK Stalin, Abhishek Banerjee, Tejashwi Yadav, Raghav Chadha, Sharad Pawar, D Raja, Sanjay Raut, Akhilesh Yadav, Champai Soren, Supriya Sule and others after their meeting in Delhi.

9:26 PM, 5 Jun

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge says "...The INDIA bloc will continue will fight against the fascist rule of the BJP led by PM Modi. We will take the appropriate steps at the appropriate time to realise the people's desire not to be ruled by the BJP's govt..."

9:26 PM, 5 Jun

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge says "...This is our decision and we altogether agreed on these points and we will keep up with the promises we have given to the people..."

8:27 PM, 5 Jun

US President Joe Biden tweets "Congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the National Democratic Alliance on their victory, and the nearly 650 million voters in this historic election. The friendship between our nations is only growing as we unlock a shared future of unlimited potential."

8:27 PM, 5 Jun

United Kingdom PM Rishi Sunak tweets "Today I spoke to PM Modi to congratulate him on his election victory. The UK and India share the closest of friendships, and together that friendship will continue to thrive..."

8:26 PM, 5 Jun

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu. pic.twitter.com/9lQjaI3beo

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
8:25 PM, 5 Jun

Victorious BJP candidate from Begusarai Giriraj Singh says "...We were running a coalition government, even though we got the majority earlier, but we were running a coalition government in which Ram Vilas Paswan was there, Shiv Sena was there, Pashupati Paras was there, we were running a coalition government and will run a coalition government in future too."

8:07 PM, 5 Jun

Union Minister Amit Shah arrives at the Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu.

Union Minister Amit Shah arrives at the Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu. pic.twitter.com/eBoySJqVjc

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
8:06 PM, 5 Jun

Union Ministers of the 17th Lok Sabha on their way to Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu.

Union Ministers of the 17th Lok Sabha on their way to Rashtrapati Bhavan to attend the dinner organised by President Droupadi Murmu. pic.twitter.com/ozLkunyJBU

— ANI (@ANI) June 5, 2024
8:05 PM, 5 Jun
Delhi

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh leaves from the residence of party president Mallikarjun Kharge after attending the meeting of the INDIA bloc leaders

8:04 PM, 5 Jun

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz congratulates PM Modi on Lok Sabha Elections 2024 victory.

8:03 PM, 5 Jun

Indonesian President Joko Widodo tweets "Congratulations to Prime Minister Modi for the successful completion & result of the 2024 Indian General Election. Look forward to the enhanced Indonesia - India comprehensive strategic partnership for the mutual prosperity of our two countries and the region."

8:02 PM, 5 Jun

EAM Dr S Jaishankar tweets "Congratulate PM Modi on him being unanimously elected as the leader of the NDA. The transformational impact of your leadership to the lives of people in the nation and for the stature of India abroad has been unparalleled. Confident that your stewardship will continue guiding Bharat in our endeavor to be a Vishwabandhu."

8:01 PM, 5 Jun
Madhya Pradesh

Former Madhya Pradesh CM and BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan offers prayers at Hanuman Temple in Vidisha.

8:00 PM, 5 Jun
Madhya Pradesh

Former Madhya Pradesh CM and BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan says "I express my gratitude to the people for showing love. I will serve the people till my last breath for Viksit Bharat and Viksit Vidisha. I will as an MP and party worker in Delhi..."

8:00 PM, 5 Jun
Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer dissolved the 15th Legislative Assembly with the resignation of the Chief Minister.

7:58 PM, 5 Jun
Delhi

Leaders from various political parties attended the INDIA meeting on June 5th, 2024. Among those present were Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi from the Indian National Congress (INC), along with K.C. Venugopal and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule represented the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), while M.K. Stalin and T.R. Balu attended from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). Other notable attendees included Akhilesh Yadav and Ramgopal Yadav from the Samajwadi Party (SP), Arvind Sawant from Shiv Sena (UBT), and Abhishek Banerjee from the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC). Additionally, representatives from various other parties such as the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) were also present.

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