BJP Dominates Regional Elections in India, Defying Predictions

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Source: Al Jazeera English
BJP Dominates Regional Elections in India, Defying Predictions
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India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in three out of four key states in regional elections, providing a boost for Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the upcoming national elections. The results of these elections are expected to indicate the voter mood for the national elections in May, where Modi is seeking a third consecutive term. The main opposition party, Indian National Congress, currently holds power in two of the states. However, a new alliance of 28 opposition parties, led by Congress, is set to challenge the BJP nationally.

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