"The INDIA coalition proved more resilient and successful than many analysts had expected, despite grappling with state agencies freezing party funds and jailing opposition leaders in the buildup to the polls. They were particularly boosted by regional parties who far outperformed the BJP, such as the Samajwadi party in Uttar Pradesh, the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party in Tamil Nadu."
Polster Pradeep Gupta Of Axis My India Exit Poll Fame Breaks Down On Live TV After being teased by host that his prediction of 400 seats was very wrong
Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed victory for his alliance on Tuesday in India’s general election, despite a lacklustre performance from his own party as it faced a stronger than expected challenge from the opposition, which pushed back against the leader’s mixed economic record and polarising politics. FRANCE 24's Leela Jacinto tells us more. #India#Modi#vote
In a shock result, #India Prime Minister #Modi will likely have to seek a coalition government as projections indicate they will likely to fall short of the votes needed for a majority.
This could have significant policy implications in a country which has recently not been our favorite and a regime which has been secretly trying to assassinate dissidents of their regime within the US and other allies’ territory.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was dealt a surprising setback as the country counts its ballots. While Modi is on track to win a rare third term, his majority in parliament has shrunk as the opposition outperformed expectations.
Despite Narendra Modi arm-twisting State institutions to harass opposition, corporate backing and all-out media support, people saw through BJP's propaganda and have voted for the opposition parties. Feeling hopeful! #India#electionresults