Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on track for a third consecutive term, with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leading in 292 of the 543 Lok Sabha seats.
However, the margin is narrower than expected by exit polls. The opposition INDIA alliance put up a strong fight and is ahead with 233 seats, falling just 39 short of the majority needed to form the government.
Dhruv Rathee, a YouTuber who gained attention for his videos encouraging voter participation, praised the outcome as a victory for the common man. Rathee wrote on Twitter, "Never underestimate the power of a common man."
Never underestimate the power of a common man ✊
— Dhruv Rathee (@dhruv_rathee) June 4, 2024
During the elections, his channel garnered significant attention due to its critical assessments of government policies and societal concerns.
According to exit polls, the Congress party achieved significant gains, securing 99 seats, a substantial increase from the 52 it won in the 2019 elections.
The election results shook investors, resulting in a significant decline in stock markets. The emerging outcomes suggested that, for the first time since his victory in 2014, PM Modi would require the support of at least three regional parties, renowned for their varying political affiliations.
