India Election Results | Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Live Updates: People have given a clear message to PM Modi 'we do not want you', says Rahul Gandhi (2024)

Union Minister Virendra Kumar, a prominent Dalit leader, has secured victory in the Tikamgarh constituency in Madhya Pradesh for the eighth consecutive time. Similarly, Pankaj Choudhary, a Union minister of state for finance and a prominent OBC figure, is on track to win his seventh term in the Lok Sabha from Maharajganj in Uttar Pradesh, leading by over 36,000 votes as of 6 pm.

Several other candidates are also poised to secure multiple terms in the Lok Sabha:

BJP's Inderjit Singh, a five-time parliamentarian, is leading in Gurgaon by a margin of 77,594 votes.
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Chouhan, contesting from Vidisha, is set to secure a sixth term, leading by over 8.21 lakh votes.
Trinamool Congress' Sudip Bandhopadhyay from Kolkata Uttar is likely to win his sixth term, leading by over 49,000 votes.
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi is likely to retain the Hyderabad seat for a fifth term, leading by over 3.38 lakh votes.
Shiromani Akali Dal's Harsimrat Kaur Badal is leading in Bhatinda and may secure her fourth term, with a margin of 50,000 votes.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has retained the Thiruvananthapuram seat for the fourth consecutive time, with a margin of 16,077 votes.
JDU's Nalanda MP Kaushalendra Kumar is heading for a fourth term, leading by over 1,35,608 votes.
Additionally, several candidates are set to secure a hat-trick:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading in Varanasi.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is leading in Nagpur.
BJP leaders Jitendra Singh from Udhampur, Jugal Kishore from Jammu, Bhola Singh from Bulandhshar, and Shiv Sena's Shrirang Barne from Maval in Mumbai are also leading.
Union Minister Rajnath Singh is leading in Lucknow.
BJP's Mahesh Sharma from Gautam Buddha Nagar, Sakshi Maharaj from Unnao, Hema Malini from Mathura, and Satish Kumar Gautam from Aligarh are also poised for victory.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suffered a significant setback in Uttar Pradesh, particularly in the Ayodhya constituency, where the inauguration of a grand Hindu temple by Prime Minister Narendra Modi just months earlier was seen as a crucial event for the party's electoral prospects.

Despite the high-profile temple inauguration dedicated to Lord Ram, the BJP appears to be facing heavy losses in the key state. The opposition Samajwadi Party and Congress are leading in more than half of Uttar Pradesh's 80 seats, including in Ayodhya city within the Faizabad constituency.

The temple inauguration fulfilled a longstanding promise by the BJP, which had made it a centerpiece of its campaign rhetoric during the extensive election period in the Hindu-majority nation. However, despite the symbolic significance of the temple, voters seem to have prioritized concerns such as unemployment and high inflation over religious issues.

The incumbent BJP lawmaker from Faizabad, Lallu Singh, expressed regret to party workers, acknowledging the party's failure to secure victory in the Ayodhya parliamentary region. Singh had been elected to parliament twice before, in 2014 and 2019, during previous BJP electoral successes in Uttar Pradesh.

However, according to the latest trends from the Election Commission, there has been a reduction in the BJP's seat count in the state, raising questions about the effectiveness of religious appeals in the face of pressing economic concerns. Some analysts suggest that voters were dissatisfied with the BJP's performance on developmental issues, despite the significance of the temple inauguration.

Local sentiments in Ayodhya also reflect a mix of satisfaction with the temple's construction and frustration over issues such as inadequate compensation for businesses affected by the redevelopment of the area. This suggests that voters are not solely swayed by religious or caste-based politics but also prioritize tangible development and economic progress.

The construction of the Ram temple followed a decades-long dispute over the site, culminating in a Supreme Court order for its construction after the demolition of a historic mosque in 1992. While the temple's completion was a significant event, its electoral impact underscores the complexity of voter priorities in contemporary India.

Former Punjab Chief Minister and Congress candidate Charanjit Singh Channi secured victory in the Jalandhar constituency of Punjab, dealing a significant blow to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Channi clinched the seat by a comfortable margin of 1,75,993 votes, as per data from the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Channi faced competition from BJP candidate Sushil Kumar Rinku and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Pawan Kumar Tinu. The Congress candidate amassed a total of 3,90,053 votes, surpassing Rinku's 2,14,060 votes and Tinu's 2,08,889 votes.

The polling in Jalandhar took place in the final phase of the Lok Sabha polls on June 1, with a voter turnout recorded at 59.70%. In Punjab, the Congress is currently leading on seven seats, while the AAP is ahead on three seats, and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) is leading on one seat, according to ECI data.

On the national level, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is leading on 293 seats, while the INDIA bloc is ahead on 233 seats out of a total of 543 Lok Sabha constituencies. The BJP is aiming for a third consecutive term in power, while the opposition under the INDIA bloc seeks to challenge its dominance.

Exit polls had predicted a strong showing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling BJP-led NDA, with some projections indicating a two-thirds majority. However, the Congress and its allies dismissed these predictions as "orchestrated" and expressed confidence in forming the next government at the Centre.

Amid tight security measures, the counting of votes for over 8,000 candidates proceeded smoothly. The BJP's victory in the Surat Lok Sabha seat was announced even before the completion of the vote counting process.

The Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1, witnessed extensive participation across the country.

NCP (SP) candidate Supriya Sule, poised for victory in the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, expressed her gratitude to the people of her constituency for their overwhelming support. She dedicated her impending win to their unwavering backing.

The electoral battle for the Baramati seat, traditionally held by the Pawar family, gained significant attention as Sunetra Pawar, wife of Sule's cousin Ajit Pawar, contested against her. This marked the first instance of two Pawar family members competing in an election. Sule's current lead in Baramati exceeds 40,000 votes, with her securing 2,93,739 votes compared to Sunetra Pawar's 2,52,902 votes.

In her remarks, Sule emphasized the importance of unity and collective responsibility post-election. She urged for harmony and avoidance of past electoral tensions, asserting that such occurrences were not in line with Maharashtra's political ethos. Sule stressed the need to uphold the honor, pride, and cultural heritage of Maharashtra throughout the electoral process. Reflecting on the intense campaign witnessed during the Lok Sabha elections, she emphasized the importance of conducting future elections with dignity and respect.

Sule characterized her victory and the Maha Vikas Aghadi's success as triumphs for the people. She acknowledged the steadfast support of party workers, attributing the party's strength to their dedication, particularly during challenging times.

In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the next generation of political dynasties has shown a mixed performance, with some candidates poised for victory while others face challenging odds.

Among those securing a favorable outcome, BJP's Karan Bhushan Singh, son of former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, emerged victorious in Kaiserganj, Uttar Pradesh, garnering over 5,71,263 votes. Bansuri Swaraj, daughter of the late BJP stalwart Sushma Swaraj, is leading with 4,19,071 votes from the New Delhi constituency.

In Maharashtra, Shrikant Shinde, son of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde from the Shiv Sena, maintains a significant lead in the Kalyan seat, with a margin of over 2.5 lakh votes.

However, not all political scions have fared as well. Suspended JD(S) leader Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, trailed by over 42,000 votes from the Hassan Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka. Similarly, Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad, faced tough competition in Saran against BJP's Rajiv Pratap Rudy.

On the other hand, Congress president M. Mallikarjun Kharge's son-in-law Radhakrishna Doddamani clinched victory in the Gulbarga Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka with a margin of 27,205 votes.

Anil Antony, son of senior Congress leader A.K. Antony, maintained a lead in Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency in Kerala, securing over 3.67 lakh votes. Soumendu Adhikari, younger brother of BJP's Suvendu Adhikari, also held a lead in Kanthi, West Bengal.

In West Bengal's Maldaha Dakshin constituency, Isha Khan Choudhury of the Congress, son of former Union minister Abu Hasem Khan Choudhury, led with 5,61,330 votes.

While some political scions celebrate their victories, others face the challenge of navigating through a competitive electoral landscape.

In a significant electoral upset, Congress candidate K.L. Sharma emerged victorious in the Amethi Lok Sabha constituency, defeating Union Minister Smriti Irani by a substantial margin of 1,66,022 votes, as confirmed by the Election Commission. This outcome marks a notable reversal of fortune in a constituency that garnered considerable attention due to its historical significance and high-profile candidates.

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The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) maintained a commanding lead in 10 out of the 11 Lok Sabha constituencies in Chhattisgarh, as per the latest trends emerging on Tuesday. State Minister Brijmohan Agrawal notably surged ahead by over 5 lakh votes against his closest Congress competitor in the prestigious Raipur seat.

As the counting of votes commenced at 33 centers early Tuesday morning, the BJP candidate Agrawal secured an impressive 9,61,906 votes, leading by a significant margin of 5,23,644 votes over Congress nominee Vikas Upadhyay in Raipur.

In the Durg seat, BJP's incumbent Lok Sabha MP Vijay Baghel maintained a considerable lead of 4,25,129 votes over Congress's Rajendra Sahu.

Meanwhile, in the closely watched Rajnandgaon constituency, former Chief Minister and Congress candidate Bhupesh Baghel trailed by a margin of 44,621 votes against BJP's sitting MP Santosh Pandey.

In the Bastar seat, which is afflicted by Naxalite insurgency and reserved for Scheduled Tribes, BJP's Mahesh Kashyap held a lead of 55,105 votes over Congress's prominent leader Kawasi Lakhma.

Other significant leads include BJP's Tokhan Sahu in Bilaspur, Chintamani Maharaj in Surguja, Radheshyam Rathiya in Raigarh, Rupkumari Chaudhary in Mahasamund, and Bhojraj Nag in Kanker.

The Congress managed to secure a lead only in the Korba seat, where sitting MP Jyotsna Mahant held a margin of 38,372 votes over BJP's Saroj Pandey.

These developments mark a substantial electoral performance for the BJP in Chhattisgarh, where in the 2019 polls, the party had won nine Lok Sabha seats compared to Congress's two.

The INDIA bloc, led by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, is slated to convene on Wednesday to deliberate on whether to engage with former partners such as the JD(U) and the TDP in exploring possibilities for government formation at the Centre.

Addressing a press conference, Gandhi emphasized the forthcoming meeting with alliance members to deliberate on this matter. When questioned about the potential outreach to parties affiliated with the NDA, Gandhi stated, "We are going to have a meeting with our partners tomorrow. These questions will be raised and answered there."

He underscored the importance of collective decision-making within the alliance, affirming, "We won't say anything without asking the opinion of our allies. Our alliance will decide tomorrow, and whatever they decide, we will act on that."

Reflecting on the broader significance of the general elections, Gandhi characterized them as a battle to safeguard the Constitution, noting, "India's poorest and backward stood up to save the Constitution."

As the vote counting progresses, the latest trends paint a challenging picture for several high-profile candidates, including Union Ministers Smriti Irani, Arjun Munda, and the outgoing Lok Sabha's Leader of Opposition, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury.

According to the latest figures released by the Election Commission of India, Union Minister Smriti Irani trails on the Amethi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh, with Congress' Kishori Lal Sharma leading by a substantial margin of 1,25,159 votes. KL Sharma, a longstanding associate of the Gandhi family, spearheaded the Congress' campaign with the aim of reclaiming their erstwhile stronghold.

In another closely watched contest, LoP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury faces stiff competition from Trinamool Congress candidate and cricketer Yusuf Pathan in the Baharampur seat. Pathan is currently leading by a margin of 55,047 votes.

Union Minister Arjun Munda is also headed for a significant defeat as Congress' Kali Charan Munda leads on the Khunti seat in Jharkhand by a margin of 1,21,644 votes.

Further, sitting MP DK Suresh, brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, trails as the BJP's CM Manjunath leads by a significant margin of 2,68,094 votes in the Bengaluru Rural constituency.

In Maharashtra's Baramati seat, Sunetra Pawar of the Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction) is trailing as sitting MP Supriya Sule of the NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) leads with a margin of 29,335 votes. This constituency witnessed a familial clash between Ajit Pawar's wife Sunetra and his cousin Supriya.

Moreover, incumbent MP Maneka Gandhi faces a significant loss against the Samajwadi Party's Rambhul Nishad in the Sultanpur seat in Uttar Pradesh, with Nishad leading by 34,444 votes.

Union Minister Kailash Choudhary, contesting from Rajasthan's Barmer Lok Sabha seat, trails by over 4 lakh votes, pushed to the third position as Congress' Ummeda Ram Beniwal leads by over 1 lakh votes, with Independent candidate Ravindra Singh Bhati in the second position.

In Madhya Pradesh, former CM and senior Congress leader Kamal Nath trails in the Rajgarh Lok Sabha seat by a margin of over 1 lakh votes, while the BJP's Rodmal Nagar is poised for a significant victory.

The trends also reflect the challenging situation for candidates across various states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh, with trailing margins indicating potential upsets.

Despite early leads indicating the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA crossing the majority mark and the INDIA bloc surpassing 200 seats, the outcomes defy initial exit poll predictions. As per Election Commission data, the NDA alliance leads by approximately 300 seats, with the INDIA bloc securing around 230 seats, diverging from the anticipated electoral landscape depicted by most exit polls.

Several political leaders, including four from the BJP, have achieved remarkable victories, surpassing the previous record for the highest victory margin in the Lok Sabha polls. Indore's incumbent MP, Shankar Lalwani, stands at the top of the chart with an astounding winning margin exceeding 11.72 lakh votes.

Home Minister Amit Shah, former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and BJP's Gujarat leader C R Patil have also demonstrated significant leads, each securing over seven lakh votes from their respective constituencies as per the latest count. Additionally, Congress's Rakibul Hussain is leading from Dhubri in Assam by a margin of more than 7.36 lakh votes.

Prior to this remarkable achievement, the record for the highest winning margin was held by Pritam Munde of the BJP, who won a bypoll in October 2014 from Beed in Maharashtra by more than 6.96 lakh votes.

C R Patil, a three-term MP from Navsari, previously held the record for the second-highest margin after winning the poll contest by 6.89 lakh votes in 2019. He has now surpassed his own record, leading by 7.67 lakh votes as of 4:30 pm.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan is ahead from Vidisha by more than 7.96 lakh votes, while Amit Shah is leading the poll race in Gandhinagar by a margin of more than 7.37 lakh votes. Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia is also ahead from Guna in Madhya Pradesh by more than 5.4 lakh votes.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading by more than 1.49 lakh votes from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

In Uttar Pradesh, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has surpassed Sonia Gandhi's 2019 victory margin from the Rae Bareli constituency, leading by more than 3.88 lakh votes against his nearest rival Dinesh Pratap Singh of the BJP. Gandhi is also leading from Wayanad in Kerala by a margin of more than 3.64 lakh votes.

Former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb of the BJP is leading from Tripura West by a margin of more than six lakh votes, while Kriti Dev Debbarman of the saffron party has won the Tripura East constituency by a margin of more than 4.86 lakh votes.

Other notable victories include BJP's Hemang Joshi leading by more than 5.82 lakh votes from Vadodara and Congress's Amasahayam Raghuram Reddy winning from Khammam by a margin of more than 4.59 lakh votes.

BJP's Eatala Rajender is leading by 3.81 lakh votes from Malkangiri, while Ajay Bhatt from the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar constituency is leading by a margin of more than 3.26 lakh votes.

BJP's Brijmohan Agrawal is leading by a margin of more than 4.43 lakh votes from Raipur.

Hema Malini of the BJP, seeking a hat-trick from Mathura, is leading by 2.61 lakh votes, while Mahesh Sharma is leading by 5.57 lakh votes from Noida.

In Haryana, Congress's Kumari Selja and Deepender Singh Hooda are ahead from Sirsa and Rohtak by 2.67 lakh votes and 3.01 lakh votes respectively.

In a dramatic electoral battle unfolding in the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency of West Bengal's Murshidabad district, Trinamool Congress' (TMC) star candidate and former Indian cricketer, Yusuf Pathan, has won, defeatig Congress's Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, according to the latest updates released by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Pathan's journey to the forefront of this electoral tussle was not without twists. Initially trailing behind at the third position during the early hours of counting, he steadily gained momentum as the day progressed, ultimately surpassing both Chowdhury and the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Nirmal Kumar Saha.

While Pathan's lead underscores a promising trend, election officials caution that it is preliminary, with numerous rounds of counting still underway before the final verdict is pronounced.

Pathan's emergence as a formidable contender in the political arena adds another dimension to his illustrious career, transitioning from the cricket field to the corridors of power. His potential victory holds significant implications not only for the TMC but also for the broader political landscape in West Bengal.

Actress Kangana Ranaut declared triumph in the Mandi constituency of Himachal Pradesh, marking her debut as a BJP parliamentarian.

By 4:50 pm, Ranaut, a newcomer to BJP candidacy, secured 527,463 votes, leading by over 73,703 votes against her closest competitor, Vikramaditya Singh of the Congress, as per the Election Commission website.

The acclaimed actor, winner of four National Awards, is already reveling in her victory.

"Deeply thankful to the Mandi populace for their love and confidence... This win is yours, a testament to your trust in Prime Minister Modi and the BJP, a triumph for Sanatan and the Mandi region," Ranaut expressed on Instagram.

The "Queen" star also shared snapshots with her mother Asha, capturing a moment of familial joy as they celebrated her early lead over Singh in the constituency.

The Congress-led UDF continued to maintain its lead in the majority of seats in Kerala as the counting of EVM ballots entered its final phase. UDF candidates, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, displayed strong performances, with many sitting MPs leading comfortably against their rivals from the CPI(M)-led LDF and the BJP-led NDA.

In a significant development for the BJP in Kerala, actor-politician Suresh Gopi secured a comfortable margin of 75,079 votes in the central Kerala constituency, ending the electoral drought for the party in the state. However, the ruling CPI(M)-led alliance faced setbacks even in its strongholds like Kasaragod, Kannur, Vadakara, and Palakkad, reminiscent of the 2019 Lok Sabha polls where the Left could only secure one seat.

Despite this, CPI(M)'s K Radhakrishnan maintained a lead against his nearest rival, Ramya Haridas of the Congress, in the Alathur seat. Similarly, the party's candidate in the Attingal seat, V Joy, saw a slight increase in his margin to over 4000 votes against his nearest rival, Congress' Adoor Prakash.

UDF candidates Dean Kuriakose (Congress) and N K Premachandran (RSP) from Idukki and Kollam Lok Sabha seats, respectively, were leading by significant margins over their closest rivals, according to trends.

In the Thiruvananthapuram LS seat, Congress's Shashi Tharoor regained a comfortable lead against BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar after a neck-and-neck fight.

Independent candidate Mohmad Haneefa secured victory in the Ladakh Lok Sabha constituency, triumphing over his closest competitor, Congress candidate Tsering Namgyal, by a margin of 27,906 votes, announced Returning Officer Santosh Sukhadeve.

Haneefa garnered 65,303 votes, surpassing Namgyal's 37,397 votes. Meanwhile, the BJP's candidate, Tashi Gyalson, received 31,956 votes in the three-way contest, as reported by Sudhadeve.

Notably, Haneefa, a former district president of the National Conference, became the fourth independent candidate to clinch victory in the Ladakh constituency since its establishment in 1967. Independents previously secured victories in the general elections of 1989, 2004, and 2009.

The BJP had claimed the seat in the 2014 and 2019 general elections. However, the Congress holds the record for the most wins in the constituency, emerging victorious six times, while the National Conference has won twice in the past.

The Working President of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), K T Rama Rao, reflected on the party's journey over the past 24 years since its founding, acknowledging both its achievements and setbacks. He highlighted the formation of Telangana state as the party's greatest accomplishment, along with its consecutive victories in the state assembly elections.

Rama Rao emphasized the significance of the party's role as a regional force, securing substantial victories in the state elections. Despite facing electoral setbacks in the recent polls, he expressed determination to overcome challenges and emerge stronger, likening the party's resilience to that of a Phoenix rising from the ashes.

The victory in the Mahabubnagar MLC by-elections was cited as a pivotal moment, signaling a shift in the political landscape of Telangana. Rama Rao interpreted this success as indicative of changing political dynamics within the state, particularly within the Chief Minister's home districts.

Telangana witnessed a notable voter turnout of 65.67% in the recent Lok Sabha polls, conducted in the fourth phase. In the 2019 elections, the BRS (formerly TRS) secured nine out of 17 seats, with the BJP and Congress winning four and three seats, respectively.

The 2024 Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases over 44 days from April 19 to June 1, culminated in the declaration of results on June 4.

Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole credited the party's impressive performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections to the efforts of senior leader Rahul Gandhi and the impactful Bharat Jodo Yatra and Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatras.

He emphasized that the momentum for change began with Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra (BJY) and Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatras (BJNY), which traversed across the length and breadth of India, garnering significant support from the masses.

Patole highlighted that the electorate has decisively rejected the Bharatiya Janata Party's divisive and destructive politics through the peaceful exercise of their voting power. He asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrogance has been shattered, marking a victory for the common people and political workers who diligently worked towards this outcome.

The Maharashtra Congress President emphasized that the widespread belief that there was no alternative to Modi has been effectively disproven by the Lok Sabha election results. He stressed that the democratic expression of the people's will has demonstrated that no individual is above the citizens in a democracy.

Furthermore, Patole reiterated the significance of this outcome as a lesson for those responsible for forming the "unconstitutional government" in Maharashtra, which goes against the principles advocated by leaders such as Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, and Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.

His remarks come in the wake of the Maha Vikas Aghadi's remarkable performance, securing leads or victories in 29 out of 48 Lok Sabha seats, compared to 18 leads or wins for the ruling Mahayuti, along with one Independent candidate emerging victorious in Sangli.

The Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh have resulted in a major upset for the BJP, with six Union Ministers facing the possibility of defeat.

Smriti Irani: In Amethi, she is trailing against Kishori Lal Sharma of the Congress by over 1.45 lakh votes. Despite considering Sharma as a lesser opponent, Irani finds herself at risk of losing in a shocking turn of events.

Ajay Mishra Teni: The Union Minister of State for Home faces a tough challenge in Kheri, where Utkarsh Varma of the Samajwadi Party has surged ahead with a lead of over 33,000 votes. Mishra Teni made headlines due to his involvement in a controversial incident in October 2021, adding to the challenges in his electoral battle.

Kaushal Kishore: In Mohanlalganj, he is trailing behind R.K. Chaudhary of the Samajwadi Party by over 84,000 votes, indicating a significant setback for the BJP in this constituency.

Mahendra Nath Pandey: The Union Minister from Chandauli is facing tough competition from Virendra Singh of the Samajwadi Party, with a deficit of over 22,000 votes.

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti: In Fatehpur, she is trailing against Samajwadi Party's Naresh Uttam Patel by a considerable margin of over 26,000 votes, signaling a possible defeat for the Union Minister.

The Coimbatore rally in April, where Chief Minister M K Stalin and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addressed the public, left a lasting impact, with Stalin likening the turnout to the blockbuster movie "Baahubali" and declaring that the "total BJP was trumped" by that single event.

The streak of electoral success for the DMK and its allies began in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls and continued through subsequent civic polls and the 2021 Assembly elections, culminating in a resounding victory for the Dravidian party and its partners.

Stalin's leadership was instrumental in shaping the election campaign, with a focus on themes of social justice and welfare schemes. He emphasized the importance of voting out the BJP to protect social justice and welfare initiatives, warning that a return of PM Modi's government would endanger these principles.

Slogans highlighting PM Modi's infrequent visits to the state, the burdensome GST regime, and allegations of an undisclosed alliance between AIADMK and BJP resonated with voters. Additionally, welfare schemes like financial assistance for women, free breakfast for school children, and fare-free bus travel for women bolstered support for the ruling party.

Stalin adeptly countered BJP's attacks, dismissing accusations of family rule and challenging Modi's record on issues like the Madurai AIIMS project and flood relief for Tamil Nadu. He also criticized BJP's handling of the Katchatheevu issue and accused Modi of failing to confront Sri Lanka and China.

The DMK's election song, "Stalin Kural, Namakkagave, Nammai Kaakkave," reflected a fighting spirit and rallied support against the BJP. Stalin framed the 2024 LS polls as a "second freedom movement" and portrayed the election as a choice between continuing BJP rule or ushering in change.

After a decade in opposition, Stalin's leadership guided the DMK to a significant victory in the 2021 Assembly elections, solidifying his position as a formidable political force in Tamil Nadu.

At least 15 Muslim candidates are emerging as frontrunners in various constituencies across the country, marking a significant presence in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Among them is Yusuf Pathan, the TMC candidate from Berhampore, who maintains a comfortable lead against Congress stalwart Adhir Ranjan Choudhary.

This year, a total of 78 Muslim candidates contested in the Lok Sabha elections, with several of them showing promising leads. Notable among them is Imran Masood from Saharanpur, who commands a lead of over 80,000 votes, and Iqra Choudhary, a 29-year-old candidate from Kairana, leading by over 60,000 votes.

Afzal Ansari, the incumbent MP from Ghazipur, is also securing a significant lead in his constituency, surpassing 1 lakh votes. Meanwhile, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi maintains a commanding lead of over 3 lakh votes in Hyderabad, where he is the incumbent MP.

In Ladakh, independent candidate Mohammad Haneefa Jan enjoys a comfortable lead of 28,673 votes, while Abdul Rashid Sheikh, another independent candidate from Baramulla, leads by nearly 2 lakh votes.

In Uttar Pradesh, Mohibbullah from Rampur and Zia Ur Rehman from Sambhal are both leading by impressive margins of over 80,000 and 1.3 lakh votes, respectively.

In Anantnag-Rajouri, Mian Altaf Ahmad from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (J&KNC) is leading by over 2.5 lakh votes against former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti.

From Srinagar, J&KNC candidate Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi maintains a lead of over 1.8 lakh votes.

Additionally, in West Bengal's Baharampur seat, TMC candidate Yusuf Pathan, a first-time contender, is leading against Congress veteran Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury by 29,781 votes, marking a significant shift in the political landscape.

Actor-turned-politician Suresh Gopi expressed his jubilation over the historic win poised in the parliamentary seat of Thrissur, emphasizing the significance of the BJP's breakthrough in Kerala, according to trends announced by the Election Commission on Tuesday in the counting of votes in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

"What was very impossible became gloriously possible," said the actor who contested from the seat for the second time after losing in the last general elections in 2019.

Gopi attributed his victory to the support of the "truly secular voters" of Thrissur, stating that despite attempts to divert their allegiance from the BJP, divine intervention guided them on the right path.

"Attempts were made to mislead the voters but God led them on the correct path to accept my party through me ...even if some of you feel that this is a miracle, this miracle was imminent...The victory is due to people's blessings. I bow down to the truly secular voters of Thrissur who made this victory possible," the actor said.

Expressing his admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gopi declared his commitment to working for the betterment of Kerala as a whole.

"Narendra Modi is my political God. ..I am not believing in just a manifesto...I will work for the whole Kerala...I will work as Kerala MP," he said.

The 65-year-old actor exuded excitement over his victory, describing it as the culmination of years of emotional investment in his constituency. He also acknowledged the tireless efforts of BJP workers and volunteers in his election campaign.

"I am in totally an ecstatic mood. What was very impossible became gloriously possible...it was not a 62-day campaign process, it was an emotional carriage for the past 7 years...I work for Kerala as a whole. My first pick will be to have AIIMS," Gopi said.

Suresh Gopi was leading with 400,706 votes in the Thrissur constituency, maintaining a margin of 73,091 votes over his closest rival, V S Sunil Kumar of the CPI, and Congress' Muraleedharan of the Congress who polled 319,560 votes, as per data on the poll body's website at 2 pm.

The BJP's success in Kerala marks a significant milestone, particularly considering the party's previous struggles to make inroads in the state. With the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the BJP crossing the majority mark in early leads and the INDIA bloc surging above 200, the Lok Sabha elections present a paradigm shift in the political landscape, defying all exit poll predictions.

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Congress leader Digvijay Singh hailed the latest trends showing the INDIA bloc leading in 200-plus seats in the Lok Sabha polls, attributing it to the commitment of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to his ideologies.

"I would like to congratulate Mallikarjun Khargeji, under whose leadership we fought the elections. It is the victory of Rahulji's commitment to his ideologies. It is now apparent that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will not get a clear majority, and it would lead to inner conflicts among them," Singh said while speaking to reporters in Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh.

"As far as Rajgarh is concerned, the counting is halfway done. Let's see now," he added.

In Rajgarh, Singh is contesting against BJP's Rodmal Nagar. The latest trends by the Election Commission of India (ECI) showed Nagar leading by 1,10,036 votes while Singh was trailing behind.

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the BJP is ahead in 293 seats, while the INDIA bloc is leading in 233 seats, indicating significant gains for the latter. The Congress, which won merely 52 seats in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, is currently leading in 95 seats, while the BJP is ahead in 234 seats.

The BJP-led NDA appears far from its target of "400 Paar," with the BJP falling short of a simple majority in Lok Sabha, according to the latest trends. The BJP-led NDA, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, fought the Lok Sabha elections for a third straight term in office.

Only six independent candidates appear to be on track for victory in the Lok Sabha polls this time, despite nearly half of the over 8,000 candidates contesting without any party affiliation.

Among them, Abdul Rashid Sheikh, popularly known as Engineer Rashid, stands out as a giant slayer, leading against J&K National Conference leader Omar Abdullah with a margin of over 1,86,000 votes.

Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa, son of Beant Singh, one of the two assassins of former prime minister Indira Gandhi, contested as an independent candidate from Faridkot in Punjab. He leads against his nearest rival Karamjit Singh Anmol of the Aam Aadmi Party with a margin of over 66,000 votes. Singh had previously contested elections in 2014 and 2019 without success.

Meanwhile, radical Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh, chief of the 'Waris Punjab De' outfit, is leading in Punjab's Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha seat over the Congress's Kulbir Singh Zira. Amritpal, currently lodged in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act, contested as an Independent.

In Maharashtra's Sangli, Vishal Prakashbapu Patil, a Congress rebel who contested as an Independent after Shiv Sena (UBT) fielded a candidate from the seat, leads with a margin of over 93,000 votes. He is the grandson of former Maharashtra chief minister Vasantdada Patil.

The other Independent candidates on track for victory are Mohammad Haneefa Jan from Ladakh, who resigned from the National Conference, and Patel Umeshbhai Babubhai from Daman & Diu.

Despite their prominence in this election, data show a decline in voter trust in independent candidates over the years. Since 1991, over 99 percent of them have lost their deposits.

In 2019, only four Independent candidates emerged victorious out of more than 8,000 contesting polls, with over 99.6 percent losing their deposits.

Historically, the number of winning Independent candidates has decreased from over six percent in 1951 to around 0.11 percent in 2019, reflecting a shifting electoral landscape.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor is leading in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seat, prevailing over NDA candidate and Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar.

Initially, Chandrasekhar surged ahead with a lead of 23,000 votes. However, the tide turned as the officials commenced counting votes from the coastal areas, propelling Tharoor to the forefront.

This victory echoes Tharoor's triumph in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections when he faced a similar early setback against BJP stalwart O. Rajagopal. Despite trailing by at least 15,000 votes initially, Tharoor ultimately emerged victorious in that contest as well.

The INDIA alliance has staged a remarkable resurgence in several politically-significant Hindi heartland states, with the latest trends in vote counting on Tuesday indicating a lead in 42 seats out of 80 in Uttar Pradesh, along with steady progress in Rajasthan, Bihar, Haryana, and Jharkhand.

Despite this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP-led alliance is poised to secure power for a third consecutive term, albeit without the overwhelming majority predicted by various exit polls.

The most notable turnaround by the INDIA (Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance) was observed in Uttar Pradesh, where the Samajwadi Party was ahead in 35 seats and the Congress in seven, according to the trends.

In Rajasthan, the BJP led in 14 seats, while the Congress was ahead in eight, with the CPI(M), Rashtriya Loktantrik Party, and Bharat Adivasi Party also leading in one seat each.

Similarly, in Bihar, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) was ahead in four seats, the Congress in two, and the CPI(ML) in two.

In Haryana, both the Congress and BJP were leading in five seats each, marking a significant shift from the BJP's clean sweep of all 10 seats in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

In Jharkhand, the INDIA alliance's Congress and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) were ahead in three and two seats respectively, while the BJP led in eight seats.

However, the NDA maintained its dominance in Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, and Chhattisgarh, with the BJP leading in all seats in these states.

In total, the Hindi heartland states account for 225 Lok Sabha seats, making them crucial battlegrounds in shaping the political landscape of the nation.

Union Minister and BJP candidate from Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seat Rajeev Chandrashekhar said, "It is disappointing given that we worked very hard. We ran a very positive campaign. 3.4 lakh people supported us which is a record number. I believe we are on the right track. I am disappointed that I could not win. My commitment to Thiruvananthapuram and people of Thiruvananthapuram remains steadfast."

As per the latest ECI trends, he is trailing from the seat by a margin of 15,759 votes. Counting is underway.

JKNC vice-president and Baramulla Lok Sabha candidate Omar Abdullah said, "I knew this contest would be tough. I accept the mandate of the people. The people of Kargil and Leh have defeated the BJP. I congratulate them...)

On Lok Sabha election results, "We are very happy to see the (Lok Sabha) results. Exit polls have been proved wrong. The way Akhilesh in UP, Stalin in TN, Sharad Pawar & Shiv Sena in Maharashtra, Mamata didi in West Bengal and Congress-Rahul- Priyanka and Kharge saheb performed so well..No one had thought of this. For NDA, running a coalition govt will be a new thing now. In the coming days, we will see how they will adjust their style to run a coalition govt."

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday hailed the voters for delivering a strong message against the politics of "hatred and dictatorship" as early trends of the Lok Sabha poll results indicated a challenging battle for the BJP-led NDA in several key states.

Addressing a press conference, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh expressed gratitude to the voters, stating, "The election results are unfolding today, and the picture is becoming clearer. These elections are a message from the public that they are tired of the BJP's 10-year rule and want a change."

Singh emphasized that the results reflect a desire among the electorate to address issues such as inflation and indicated fatigue with the BJP's governance. He particularly criticized the BJP's campaign rhetoric and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to consider stepping down, given the outcome.

Meanwhile, AAP Delhi state convener Gopal Rai highlighted the party's performance in Delhi, acknowledging the challenging circ*mstances under which they contested. Despite the BJP leading in all seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi, Rai noted that AAP had put up a strong fight, narrowing the margins compared to the previous elections.

Rai also pointed out the increased representation expected for AAP in Punjab, where they are leading in two seats and have secured a win in Sangrur. He underscored the potential role of BJP's allies, such as N Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar, in shaping the political landscape, given their history of opposition to Modi's leadership.

Looking ahead, Singh mentioned that the INDIA bloc, comprising various opposition parties, would convene soon to strategize on the future course of action.

As the counting of votes is underway for the 18th Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is contesting from Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi is leading with 152355 votes.

On the other hand, Congress' Ajay Rai has garnered 403382 votes.

Uttar Pradesh Congress chief and candidate from Varanasi, Ajay Rai asserted that the exit polls released after the conclusion of the seventh and last phase of Lok Sabha elections were fabricated.

He said, "I had said yesterday too that the exit poll was concocted, to mislead people and create mental pressure. We are connected to the ground reality, I had said that the INDIA alliance will give results and the outcome is before everyone."

Expressing confidence in the victory, Rai said, "INDIA alliance is going to form the government in the country and the alliance is winning with a huge majority. We will also win Varanasi."

In Rajasthan's ongoing Lok Sabha elections, the Congress-led alliance is making significant strides, leading on 11 seats out of the total 25.

Among these, the Congress itself is ahead on eight seats, while its alliance partners from the RLP, CPI-M, and Bharatiya Tribal Party are leading on three seats each.

This marks a notable shift from the previous general elections, where the BJP had clinched victory on all 25 seats in both 2014 and 2019.

In a surprising turn of events, Congress candidate Umedaram Beniwal is leading in the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency, known to be a challenging seat with a heightened voter turnout compared to the 2019 polls.

Election Commission authorities have confirmed BJP candidate Manju Sharma's win from the Jaipur Lok Sabha seat, securing victory by a margin of over three lakh votes against her Congress counterpart Pratap Singh Khachriyawas.

Key BJP figures, including Union Minister Arjunram Meghwaln, are leading in various constituencies, with Meghwaln leading in Bikaner by 54,475 votes, and Rao Rajendra Singh ahead in Jaipur Rural with 5,896 votes.

Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav is leading in Alwar with 48,102 votes, while Bhagirath Chaudhary is ahead in Ajmer.

In Jodhpur, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekahwat is leading with a substantial margin of 90,724 votes. Dushyant Singh, the son of former CM Vasundhara Raje, is leading in his constituency with 36,6493 votes.

Other notable leads include Damodar Agarwal in Bhilwara, Mahima Kumar in Rajsamand, CP Joshi in Chhittorgarh, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, all from the BJP camp.

In Jalore, Lumbaram is leading with a significant margin, leaving his Congress rival Vaibhav Gehlot trailing. Gehlot, the son of former CM Ashok Gehlot, is facing a tough contest in the constituency.

Meanwhile, BJP's Mannalal Rawat is leading in his constituency, with Congress candidate Tarachand Meena trailing.

Reflecting on the evolving political landscape, Congress candidate Rahul Kaswan attributed the success to the collective efforts of the Congress team and noted an evident shift in public sentiment against certain political figures.

In a surprising turn of events, Congress' Amethi Lok Sabha candidate, Kishori Lal Sharma, has established a commanding lead of more than one lakh votes over the incumbent BJP MP and Union Minister, Smriti Irani, who gained prominence after her victory over Rahul Gandhi from the same seat in 2019.

According to the latest trends displayed on the Election Commission's website, Sharma has amassed a significant lead of 1,10,684 votes against Irani.

Meanwhile, another unexpected outcome is unfolding in West Bengal's Baharampur constituency, where Yusuf Pathan, a first-time contender representing the TMC, is currently leading against the outgoing Lok Sabha leader and six-time MP from Congress, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, by a margin of 29,781 votes.

In Kheri, Union Minister and two-time MP Ajay Kumar Teni finds himself trailing behind Samajwadi Party's Utkarsh Verma Madhur by 30,337 votes.

Additionally, senior BJP leader and former Union Minister, Maneka Gandhi, is facing a setback in the Sultanpur constituency, trailing against SP candidate Rambhual Nishad by 22,637 votes.

Further compounding the surprises, Annamalai Kuppusamy, the BJP's Tamil Nadu president, is currently lagging behind in Coimbatore against DMK's Ganapathy Rajkumar P by a margin of 33,230 votes.

In a notable turn of events, several women candidates have surged ahead in their respective constituencies in the ongoing general elections, showcasing a significant shift in the political landscape.

Leading the pack is Selja, the Congress candidate from Sirsa, commanding a substantial lead of over 2.5 lakh votes in her constituency as of 3:35 pm. Bansuri Swaraj, fielded by the BJP from the New Delhi constituency, follows suit, securing a lead of over 50,000 votes.

A total of 797 women contested in the Lok Sabha elections, with prominent figures like Kangana Ranaut, Hema Malini, Dimple Yadav, and Misha Bharti making significant strides in their electoral battles.

Kangana Ranaut, making her debut as a BJP candidate from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi constituency, is leading by over 70,000 votes against Congress leader Vikramaditya Singh as of 3 pm.

Meanwhile, incumbent MP Hema Malini from Mathura has garnered a commanding lead of over 2 lakh votes against Congress candidate Mukesh Dhangar.

In Mainpuri, Dimple Yadav, the incumbent MP, maintains a comfortable lead of over 2 lakh votes over BJP's Jayveer Singh.

Misha Bharti, daughter of RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav, has also made significant headway, leading against Union Minister and incumbent MP from Bihar's Pataliputra by a margin of nearly 50,000 votes.

Other prominent women leaders include Mahua Moitra, the incumbent MP from West Bengal's Krishnanagar, leading by over 50,000 votes, and Supriya Sule, the incumbent MP from Baramati, leading by over 20,000 votes.

Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, incumbent MP from Thoothukkudi representing the DMK, is also making waves, leading from her constituency by an impressive margin of over 2.5 lakh votes.

However, amidst these success stories, incumbents Smriti Irani of Amethi and Maneka Gandhi of Sultanpur are trailing by significant margins in their constituencies, underscoring the competitive nature of this electoral battle.