HARYANA: Indian Prime Minister Narendra’s Modi’s ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has seen significant success in country’s elections held in Maharashtra state, following a surprise win in Haryana state, signaling a tactical shift in its approach since the Lok Sabha elections (Vidhana Sabha). Moving away from a sole focus on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has emphasised local leadership and key issues such as women’s welfare, using these as the backbone of its campaign. This victory not only reaffirms the BJP’s leadership under Modi, Amit Shah, and J.P. Nadda but also strengthens its ties with the RSS, which had been pivotal in the party’s electoral strategy. The BJP’s performance in Maharashtra highlights its shift toward organisation-driven campaigns, a departure from the heavy reliance on Modi’s personal appeal. However, the BJP’s strategy in Jharkhand did not yield the same results, with the party failing to unseat the JMM, particularly among tribal voters.

Source: Pakistan Today November 23, 2024 15:19 UTC