Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:40am on 04 Jun 2024,Tuesday Politics
As vote counting for the Lok Sabha elections progresses, the Opposition INDIA bloc is performing strongly in key states, challenging exit poll predictions. In Uttar Pradesh, traditionally dominated by the BJP, a tight contest is unfolding with the Samajwadi Party leading in 36 seats, BJP in 32, and Congress in 9. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is ahead in Varanasi, while Rahul Gandhi leads in Rae Bareli. Notably, BJP's Smriti Irani is trailing behind Congress's Kishori Lal Sharma in a surprising development. The INDIA bloc's performance in Maharashtra and West Bengal is also noteworthy, indicating a significant shift in voter sentiment.
