The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has emerged victorious in the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, winning an impressive 46 out of 60 seats. This win ensures a third consecutive term for the BJP in the state, underscoring the party’s strong foothold in the northeastern region. The BJP’s overwhelming majority was achieved with 36 contested victories and 10 uncontested wins, including the seats of Chief Minister Pema Khandu and other key leaders. The National People’s Party (NPEP) and other parties, including the People’s Party of Arunachal (PPA) and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), secured a minor share of the remaining seats, with independent candidates also winning three seats..Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the BJP’s victory as a testament to the party’s development agenda and the hard work of its workers. He thanked the people of Arunachal Pradesh for their continued faith in the BJP and pledged to work with greater vigor for the state’s growth. The Congress party, which previously held power until 2016, experienced a significant setback, winning only one seat with a notably diminished vote share. The BJP’s organizational strength and strategic investments in the state, along with the presence of Prime Minister Modi, have been cited as key factors contributing to the party’s success.The elections in Arunachal Pradesh have been a critical test for regional parties and their ability to maintain influence against the backdrop of national politics. With the BJP’s resounding win, the focus now shifts to the party’s agenda for the state’s development and the role it will play in the broader political landscape of the northeast.
Key points
- The BJP has won 46 out of 60 seats in the Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, marking a third consecutive term in the state.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pema Khandu have thanked the electorate for the BJP’s victory and committed to further development.
- The Congress party has faced a significant defeat, securing only one seat in the elections.
