Priyanka eyes bigger win than Rahul?
Vote counting commenced at 8 am, with early trends beginning to emerge. These bypolls hold significant political implications as parties aim to secure crucial seats ahead of the 2024 general elections. Intense contests are being observed in key constituencies, with top leaders closely monitoring the developments. Early indications suggest a tough battle in certain regions. As results trickle in, all eyes remain on pivotal seats that could reshape the political landscape and influence national dynamics moving forward.
Bypoll Election Results 2024 Live Updates: Counting Underway for Crucial Seats
Vote counting for the bypolls held in two Lok Sabha seats—Wayanad and Nanded—and 46 Assembly constituencies across 13 states began on Saturday morning at 8 am. The results are keenly awaited, as these elections are seen as a barometer for public sentiment ahead of the 2024 General Elections.
Priyanka Gandhi Leads in Wayanad
In a significant development, AICC General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, contesting her first election, is leading by over 3,00,000 votes in Wayanad, Kerala. The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is optimistic about securing a major victory in this hill constituency, further boosting its prospects in the state.
BJP Leading in Nanded
Meanwhile, in Maharashtra’s Nanded Lok Sabha seat, a fierce contest is underway between Congress candidate Ravindra Chavan and BJP’s Santukrao Hambarde. The bypoll, necessitated by the demise of sitting Congress MP Vasant Chavan on August 26, currently has the BJP candidate in the lead, making it a closely watched race.
Assembly Bypolls Across Multiple States
Bypolls were conducted in 15 assembly constituencies across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand on Wednesday, November 20. Additionally, votes are being counted for assembly bypolls in Rajasthan, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, and Karnataka.
In Uttar Pradesh, elections were held in nine constituencies: Katehari, Karhal, Meerapur, Ghaziabad, Majhawan, Sisamau, Khair, Phulpur, and Kundarki. Of these, the BJP is leading in five. Voter turnout varied significantly, with Ghaziabad recording a low of 33.3%, while Kundarki saw a higher participation at 57.7%.
In Punjab, four constituencies—Gidderbaha, Dera Baba Nanak, Chabbewal (SC), and Barnala—witnessed polling. These by-elections were prompted by legislators vacating their seats after being elected to the Lok Sabha earlier this year. Currently, both AAP and Congress have won one seat each, with the other results awaited.
Kerala saw polling in the Palakkad and Chelakkara constituencies, while Kedarnath in Uttarakhand also held its by-election. Meanwhile, Rajasthan had bypolls in seven constituencies, West Bengal in six, Assam in five, Bihar in four, and Karnataka in three.
Congress Dominates in Karnataka
The Congress has secured all three constituencies in Karnataka—Channapatna, Sandur, and Shiggaon—that went to the polls. C.P. Yogeshwar of Congress defeated JD(S) candidate Nikhil Kumaraswamy by 25,413 votes in Channapatna, a seat that saw intense campaigning.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister This is a message from the people about what his father did. Development and guarantees matter. The focus should shift from allegations to work.” He expressed confidence in Congress’s ability to sustain this momentum and return to power in 2028.
Broader Implications
The bypoll results are expected to influence political strategies as major parties prepare for the 2024 General Elections. For Congress, Priyanka Gandhi’s debut in Wayanad and her strong lead signify a potential resurgence in southern India. Similarly, the BJP’s performance in critical states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra will be closely analyzed for its impact on the party’s national standing.
As results continue to pour in, the outcomes of these bypolls will set the tone for the upcoming electoral battles, with leaders and parties keenly watching for lessons to guide their campaigns in the months ahead.