7 June 2024: A thorough analysis of the 2024 Lok Sabha election outcomes reveals noteworthy shifts and trends in the political landscape of southern India. Here’s a detailed comparison of the seats political parties won and lost in key states, comparing the current results with those of the previous elections:
Karnataka:
– 2024 Election Results: Congress secured victories in nine constituencies, a significant improvement from its previous tally of one seat.
– Previous Election Results: In the 2019 elections, Congress had won only one seat in Karnataka.
Telangana:
– 2024 Election Results: BJP made notable gains, winning three out of the six Lok Sabha seats it contested, reflecting a shift in voter sentiment.
– Previous Election Results: In the previous elections, BJP’s presence in Telangana was minimal, with no seats secured.
Andhra Pradesh:
– 2024 Election Results: BJP secured victories in three Lok Sabha seats, indicating dissatisfaction with the ruling YSRCP government.
– Previous Election Results: In the previous elections, BJP had negligible presence in Andhra Pradesh, with no seats won.
Kerala:
– 2024 Election Results: BJP clinched a victory in the Thrissur constituency, signaling potential challenges for the ruling Pinarayi Vijayan-led government.
– Previous Election Results: In the previous elections, BJP had failed to win any seats in Kerala.
Tamil Nadu:
– 2024 Election Results: Despite strategic alliances, BJP failed to win any seats in Tamil Nadu, highlighting the region’s resistance to its agenda.
– Previous Election Results: In the previous elections, BJP’s presence in Tamil Nadu was minimal, with no seats secured.
The resurgence of the Congress in southern India, with an increase in its seat tally from 27 to 40 in the region, underscores the importance of effective campaigning and strategic alliances. As political dynamics continue to evolve, regional parties and the Congress will have to strengthen grassroots support and build diverse coalitions to counter the BJP’s growing influence in the region.
