As the date for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections draws closer, political tensions are rising. All parties have intensified their preparations. It is noteworthy that this time, the Lok Sabha elections will be held in 7 phases. The polling for the first phase will take place on April 19, 2024. Once again, the BJP has targeted Rahul Gandhi. It is worth mentioning that Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination from the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat on April 3.
The BJP is now questioning why Rahul Gandhi has fled from his traditional seat. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Rahul Gandhi had faced defeat in the Amethi seat. BJP candidate Smriti Irani had won this seat. Through this article, we will inform you whether Rahul Gandhi will contest from his traditional seat or not, and whether the Modi magic is still prevalent.
Will the Congress leave its traditional seat?
It is worth noting that the nomination process for the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections is now in its final stages. However, there are several seats where no party has fielded its candidates. The most talked about are the 2 VIP seats in Uttar Pradesh – Amethi and Raebareli Lok Sabha seats. These are considered the traditional seats of the Congress party. However, various speculations are being made this time. It remains to be seen who from the Gandhi family will contest the elections this time. But if we look at the ground reality, Sonia Gandhi has declined to contest the Lok Sabha elections this time.
Once again, Rahul Gandhi has entered the electoral fray from Wayanad. According to sources, Rahul Gandhi may contest from only one seat this time. The biggest question now is who the Congress will field from the Amethi and Raebareli Lok Sabha seats. The BJP has once again fielded Smriti Irani from Amethi. However, no one has fielded a candidate from Raebareli yet.
Smriti Irani takes a jibe at Rahul Gandhi for contesting from Wayanad
Irani also criticized the opposition INDIA alliance and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. She mentioned, “I have heard that some individuals are filing election forms in Wayanad and are allegedly seeking assistance from terrorist organizations. These individuals are the same ones who opposed the removal of Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir.” Additionally, she stated that the opposition alliance appears to be uncertain about their plan of action for the 2024 elections, whereas the BJP is prepared even for the long term, including 2047. During the roadshow, Irani reiterated the saffron party’s aim of winning more than 400 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Has Modi eliminated the opposition?
It is worth noting that since the announcement of the Lok Sabha election dates, the BJP has appeared aggressive about the elections. Prime Minister Modi has even started his election campaign. He kicked off his election rally from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. However, the biggest question is whether Modi has eliminated the opposition. It would not be wrong to say that in this election, all parties are appearing as a united front in the form of the INDIA alliance. On the other hand, the BJP has given the slogan of “Abki Baar 400 Paar” (This time, over 400 seats). However, it will be interesting to see whether the BJP crosses the 400-seat mark this time or not.
Why have all opposition parties come together?
It is indeed noteworthy that the NDA, led by Narendra Modi, achieved a significant victory in the 2019 elections, turning it into a landslide triumph. Meanwhile, the Congress party and the UPA have experienced a decline in their electoral performance with each subsequent election. The BJP’s winning streak has been formidable and seemingly unstoppable.
In light of this, a new opposition alliance has emerged with the aim of removing the Modi-led NDA from power. This alliance has been named I.N.D.I.A. Therefore, in the upcoming 2024 elections, the NDA will not face competition from the UPA but from the I.N.D.I.A. alliance. This development marks an important shift in the political dynamics of the country, signaling a renewed effort by opposition forces to challenge the ruling party’s dominance.
The BJP has shown strong opposition towards the INDIA alliance from the beginning. It will be intriguing to observe the extent of the INDIA alliance’s influence on the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Can the INDIA alliance effectively hinder the BJP’s chances of winning, or will the BJP secure a resounding victory for the third consecutive time?
Is the Modi magic still prevalent?
It’s fair to acknowledge the influence of what’s often referred to as the “Modi magic” in various elections, including the 2019 Lok Sabha elections and state assembly elections. Many analysts argue that Modi’s charisma does have an impact on election outcomes to a certain degree. It’s notable that the BJP and its allies currently hold power in 17 states.
Experts also point to Modi’s policies as a significant factor in his electoral success. Additionally, Prime Minister Modi has, to some extent, fulfilled the promises he made in his 2019 manifesto. Whether it’s the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, the implementation of the Triple Talaq law, the Citizenship Amendment Act, or enhancing India’s global identity – Modi has followed through on his commitments. However, with the elections now underway, all political parties have intensified their efforts. It remains to be seen who emerges victorious and who faces defeat in this electoral contest.
