As the counting of votes for the 2024 bypolls continues, early results are coming in from across the country, providing a snapshot of the political mood in various regions. The by-elections took place for Lok Sabha and state assembly seats, with notable contests in Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan, West Bengal, and other states.
Kerala: Priyanka Gandhi Takes Strong Lead in Wayanad
In Kerala, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is securing a commanding lead in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, marking her debut in electoral politics. After two hours of counting, Priyanka's vote count surpassed 1.65 lakh, with her closest rival, Sathyan Mokeri of the LDF, trailing at 56,929 votes. BJP's Navya Haridas secured third place with 31,018 votes.
Additionally, the ruling LDF is leading in the Chelakkara Assembly bypoll, while the Congress-led UDF is ahead in Palakkad, taking a significant lead over the BJP-led NDA.
Punjab: AAP and Congress Lead in Key Seats
In Punjab, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress are leading in two assembly constituencies each. AAP is ahead in Chabbewal and Gidderbaha, while Congress has secured leads in Dera Baba Nanak and Barnala.
Rajasthan: Tight Contest with Leads for BJP, Congress, and BAP
In Rajasthan, the race is tight across seven assembly seats, with the BJP, Congress, and Bharat Adivasi Party (BAP) all leading in two constituencies each. An Independent candidate is leading in Jhunjhunu.
West Bengal: TMC Dominates Assembly By-Elections
In West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has established a strong lead in all six assembly constituencies where by-elections were held, showing their dominance in the state.
Uttarakhand: BJP's Asha Nautiyal Leads in Kedarnath
In Uttarakhand, BJP’s Asha Nautiyal is leading in the Kedarnath bypoll against Congress’ Manoj Rawat, providing early signs of BJP’s strength in the region.
Northeast: Early Trends Favor NDA and Local Parties
In Assam, the NDA alliance is leading in four out of five assembly constituencies. In Sikkim, candidates from the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM), Aditya Golay and Satish Chandra Rai, were elected unopposed in the Soreng-Chakung and Namchi-Singhithang constituencies.
In Meghalaya, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma's wife, Mehtab Chandee Sangma, has taken an early lead in the Gambegre constituency in the West Garo Hills district.
Karnataka: Congress Leads in Sandur, BJP and JD(S) Lead in Others
In Karnataka, the Congress is leading in the Sandur constituency, while the BJP and JD(S) have taken early leads in the Shiggaon and Channapatna seats, respectively.
Gujarat: Tight Race in Vav Assembly By-Poll
In Gujarat’s Vav assembly by-poll, Congress candidate Gulabsinh Rajput is leading by 1,174 votes over BJP's Swarupji Thakor.
As the vote counting progresses, the final results will provide a clearer picture of the political landscape in these states, with potential shifts in power and alliances across the nation.
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Kedarnath Bypoll: BJP's Asha Nautiyal Takes Early Lead in Vote Counting