News election 2019

Here are some key news stories related to the 2019 Indian general elections:

Election Results

• The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won a landslide victory, securing 303 seats in the Lok Sabha (Lower House of Parliament).
• The Indian National Congress (INC) won 52 seats, while the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) won 23 seats.
• The election saw a record turnout of over 67% of eligible voters.
• The results were announced on May 23, 2019.

Campaign Highlights

• The election campaign was marked by intense competition between the BJP and the INC, with both parties accusing each other of corruption and misrule.
• The BJP campaigned on the slogan "Ab ki baar Modi sarkar" (This time, Modi government), while the INC campaigned on the slogan "Chowkidar chor hai" (The watchman is a thief).
• The election saw a significant presence of social media influencers and celebrities, with many using their platforms to campaign for their preferred parties.

Key Issues

• The economy was a major issue in the election, with the BJP promising to create jobs and boost economic growth, while the INC accused the government of mismanaging the economy.
• Corruption was another major issue, with both parties accusing each other of corruption and nepotism.
• National security was also a key issue, with the BJP highlighting its strong stance on national security and the INC accusing the government of being soft on Pakistan.

Notable Moments

• The election saw several notable moments, including a dramatic showdown between BJP president Amit Shah and INC leader Rahul Gandhi in a televised debate.
• The election also saw a significant presence of women candidates, with many women contesting for the first time.
• The election was marked by several controversies, including allegations of voter suppression and intimidation.

Post-Election Developments

• After the election results were announced, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took oath for his second term on May 30, 2019.
• The INC accepted the election results and congratulated the BJP on its victory.
• The election saw a significant shift in the political landscape, with many regional parties emerging as key players in the election.