The 2024 Lok Sabha elections have finally come to an end, with the seventh and final phase concluding on June 3. The anticipation is palpable as the counting of votes begins on June 4, promising an electrifying outcome. The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is seeking a historic third consecutive term, while the opposition, primarily led by the Congress, aims to thwart the BJP's dominance. In this article, we will delve into the key highlights, major upsets, voter turnout, and the impact on the economy of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
### Key Highlights
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections have been marked by a record-breaking voter turnout of 64.2 crore voters, making it the largest electoral exercise globally. The polls were meticulously overseen by 68,000 monitoring teams and 1.5 crore polling and security personnel. The Election Commission of India has expressed gratitude to the election machinery, including the security forces, political parties, and candidates for their role in ensuring a smooth and peaceful voting process.
### Major Upsets
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections have witnessed several major upsets, with the BJP facing a rude shock in several key states. In West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has made significant gains, with the party's second-in-command, Abhishek Banerjee, pitted against the CPI(M)'s Pratik Ur Rahman in Diamond Harbour. In Uttar Pradesh, the Samajwadi Party (SP) has made significant inroads, with the party's candidate, Akhilesh Yadav, challenging the BJP's dominance in the state.
### Voter Turnout
The voter turnout for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections has been impressive, with a total of 64.2 crore voters exercising their democratic right to choose from a vast array of candidates across 543 Lok Sabha seats. The highest voter turnout was recorded in West Bengal at 69.89%, followed by Himachal Pradesh at 67.53%. The lowest voting percentage was recorded in Bihar at 50.79%.
### Impact on Economy
The outcome of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will have a significant impact on the Indian economy. The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been credited with implementing several key economic reforms, including the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). The opposition, on the other hand, has criticized the government's economic policies, accusing it of favoring big business and neglecting the needs of the common man.
### Live Updates
As the counting of votes begins on June 4, we will be providing live updates of the Lok Sabha election results. Stay tuned for the latest news, analysis, and commentary on the outcome of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
### Conclusion
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections have been a significant event in Indian politics, with the BJP seeking a historic third consecutive term and the opposition aiming to unseat them. The outcome of the elections will have a significant impact on the Indian economy and will shape the future trajectory of Indian politics.
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