Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:44am on 05 Jun 2024,Wednesday Politics
Despite securing a third term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA faced a stunning setback, winning only 293 seats. Global media outlets highlighted the unexpected results, with The Washington Post calling it a "stunning setback" and noting Modi's "aura of invincibility" was pierced. The Guardian emphasized the lack of a predicted landslide, and BBC reported a "reduced majority," describing BJP offices as "sombre." The New York Times observed a "sharp reversal" in Modi's tenure, while Deutsche Welle termed it a "personal setback." The Telegraph noted the muted celebrations, contrasting with the exuberance of 2019.
