JHARKHAND POLLS
Maharashtra, Jharkhand poll results: Big winners and losers
The BJP secured a resounding victory in Maharashtra, while the JMM-led alliance triumphed in Jharkhand. Key figures like Modi, Shah, Shinde, and Fadnavis emerged as winners, while Thackeray, Pawar, and the Congress faced setbacks. Sarma's polarising tactics failed in Jharkhand.
ET Graphics: Tribals shift outcome in INDIA bloc's favour in Jharkhand elections
The INDIA bloc secured 8 additional seats and boosted its vote share by nearly 7 percentage points. The coalition led by Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren triumphed in the tribal belt with ease. This marks the first time since the state's formation on November 15, 2000, that a party or alliance has won re-election after five years in power.
"Jharkhand has 'rejected' NDA," says Congress' Pawan Khera
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and its allies, including the Congress, secured victory in the Jharkhand assembly elections, ending the reign of the incumbent BJP-led alliance. Congress leader Pawan Khera celebrated the victory, attributing it to the rejection of divisive politics. Meanwhile, in Maharashtra, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance, including Shiv Sena and the NCP, secured a resounding win.
Exit polls get Maharashtra results right, wrong about Jharkhand elections
Exit polls accurately predicted the NDA's victory in Maharashtra but failed to gauge the scale of their win. Conversely, most polls incorrectly predicted an NDA victory in Jharkhand, where the Congress-JMM alliance is projected to win. While some polls aligned with the BJP's success in the Uttar Pradesh bypolls, the Election Commission has consistently criticized exit polls for their inaccuracy.
BJP's Jharkhand Assembly Polls setback: Saffron surge fizzles out as tribal state resists
The BJP's hopes for a saffron surge in Jharkhand were dashed in the recent assembly elections. Despite early campaigning and poaching senior leaders from rivals, the party's seat count declined. The lack of a strong local face, an ineffective infiltration campaign, and the failure of high-profile defectors to secure victory contributed to the BJP's setback.
Jharkhand poll results: In Ranchi, it's a one-man show
Hemant Soren, leading the JMM-led INDIA alliance, secured a resounding victory in the Jharkhand elections. Soren's focus on local issues, consolidation of tribal and minority votes, and his image as a leader resisting the BJP's attempts to unseat him proved to be a winning formula. The alliance won 56 seats, the highest tally for any government in the state's history.
Kalpana Soren: From homemaker to powerful force in JMM
Kalpana Soren, wife of Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, has become a prominent force in the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM). After her husband's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, she actively campaigned against the BJP, accusing them of targeting the opposition. Her leadership grew during the Lok Sabha elections, where she rallied support for the JMM, particularly among tribal communities.
We passed exam of democracy in Jharkhand: CM Hemant Soren
Hemant Soren, leading the INDIA bloc to a decisive victory in the Jharkhand assembly polls, expressed gratitude to the people for their mandate. With wins in 31 seats and leading in 24 others, Soren affirmed their commitment to democracy and assured the continuation of his leadership in the state.
Not many takers for NOTA in these assembly polls too
Less than one percent of voters in Maharashtra and just over one percent in Jharkhand opted for NOTA in the recent assembly elections. Despite a respectable voter turnout in both states, the 'None of the Above' option continues to see minimal use, highlighting the need for its impact to extend beyond symbolic significance.
Jharkhand Exit Polls Highlights: A neck and neck battle in Jharkhand? What have pollsters predicted?
Jharkhand¡¯s state assembly election has concluded, with intense campaigning between the JMM-led INDIA bloc and the BJP-led NDA. Exit polls show a mixed picture, with most projections favoring the NDA. The Matrize poll predicts 42-47 seats for NDA and 25-30 for INDIA, while Axis My India suggests a strong lead for INDIA with 52 seats. Other polls show a tight race, with a neck-and-neck battle predicted by Times Now JVC.
Maharashtra, Jharkhand Exit Poll 2024: How accurate were they in the last state polls in 2019?
Exit Poll 2024: Voting for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections is happening today. Exit poll results will be released after voting ends. The actual election results will be declared on November 23. Exit polls are predictions based on voter feedback. The accuracy of exit polls has been questioned in the past.
"BJP-NDA alliance will secure over 51 seats, form govt": Jharkhand BJP chief Babulal Marandi
Jharkhand BJP Chief Babulal Marandi expressed confidence that the BJP-NDA alliance will win over 51 seats in the Assembly elections. He cited public discontent with the ruling Hemant Soren-led JMM government and alleged corruption within the administration. Marandi is contesting from the Dhanwar constituency against JMM's Nizam Uddin Ansari.
Jharkhand: Maoists torch five trucks in Latehar, hours before 2nd phase of assembly elections
Five coal trucks were set ablaze in Jharkhand's Latehar district by suspected Maoist rebels overnight. The attack, attributed to the Jharkhand Prastuti Committee, occurred hours before the second phase of assembly elections in the state. The assailants left a pamphlet demanding negotiations and threatening further disruption to coal operations.
"Adivasis have taken resolve to change govt here": BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Jharkhand polls
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey expressed confidence in securing a two-thirds majority in the Jharkhand Assembly elections. He highlighted issues like infiltration and unemployment resonating with the public. Dubey emphasised the BJP's commitment to forming a government independently for the first time in the state.
Maharashtra and Jharkhand voting begins; all of 288 Maharashtra seats, 38 Jharkhand seats go to polls
Voting for all 288 Maharashtra assembly seats and the remaining 38 Jharkhand constituencies has begun. The results for both states will be announced on November 23. In Maharashtra, 4,136 candidates, including 363 women, are contesting, while 528 candidates, including 55 women, are in the race in Jharkhand's 2nd phase.
Polling begins for 15 Assembly seats across UP, Punjab Kerala and Uttarakhand
Voting is underway in by-elections across 15 Assembly seats in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand. These elections hold significance for the ruling NDA, particularly in Uttar Pradesh where they previously faced setbacks. Simultaneously, Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand are also taking place, featuring high-profile contests and key political figures vying for victory.
Women voters outnumber men in phase 1 of Jharkhand assembly polls
Jharkhand's first phase of assembly elections witnessed a remarkable 66.65% voter turnout, a significant increase from the 2019 polls. Women played a key role, outnumbering men in voter turnout across 37 out of 43 constituencies, highlighting their growing participation in the democratic process. All polling parties have safely returned, and vote counting, including postal ballots, is underway.
BJP wants to divide Jharkhand, alleges Hemant Soren
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has accused the BJP of attempting to divide the state along religious lines and by carving out the Santhal Parganas region. Soren asserted that the BJP's efforts to "break" Jharkhand would be met with resistance from the people in the upcoming election, drawing parallels to the defeat of mythological figures like Ravana.
Congress and BJP fight complaints war
Ahead of assembly elections in Jharkhand and Maharashtra, Congress and BJP have filed complaints against each other with the Election Commission of India. Congress accused BJP of spreading false narratives on social media regarding Rahul Gandhi's stance on reservations. They also objected to an opinion poll predicting a BJP landslide.
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