Election Results 2024 LIVE: Highlights from Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Bihar By-polls

Election Results 2024: The Indicative Political Circus Unfolds

So here we are, folks! Welcome to the 2024 election results live blog, where democracy is like a soap opera—long, dramatic, and full of unexpected twists that keep us all entertained, but often leave us scratching our heads. I mean, when did politics become so much like reality TV? You’ve got alliances breaking up, backstabbing, and now, to top it off, we have a party celebrating victories while others are claiming their votes were ‘stolen’. Makes you wonder if we’ll see any reunion specials, doesn’t it?

Congress Shines in Karnataka

In Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar wasted no time in showering praises on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah after the Congress party’s win in the assembly by-polls. He credited the success to Siddaramiah’s leadership and, you guessed it, those five guarantees. I mean, if only guarantees made good friends. What’s next? A +1 for Cadbury?

Trinamool’s Triumph in Bengal

Meanwhile, over in Bengal, the Trinamool Congress trumped the competition by an eye-popping margin of 131,388 votes! This was the political equivalent of bragging, “I’m not just winning; I’m winning by a mile!” Poor Piyarul Islam from the AISF must have felt like an overcooked noodle left out to dry. And let me tell you, my friends, there are no ‘uncooked’ votes here.

BJP Celebration in Maharashtra

Switching gears to Maharashtra, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar gave a standing ovation to their Mahayuti alliance, claiming that the people of Maharashtra have indeed reposed faith in Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. Meanwhile, amidst all this celebration, you could almost hear the muffled sounds of ‘kumbaya’ from the opposition, whose lines of argument are getting longer than queue at a pub on a Friday night.

Congress Sees Mixed Fortunes

Back to Karnataka, Congress’ Yasir Ahmed Khan Pathan flipped the script by defeating Basavaraj Bommai’s son in Shiggaon. Let’s just say, when your surname is Bommai in politics, it does not guarantee you a ‘safe seat’. And across the board in Maharashtra, Eknath Shinde is celebrating alongside party workers at ‘Varsha’ while there’s still a lot of scalp-scratching going on about who really won and who just got lucky in the political lottery.

Uttar Pradesh Drama

And what’s this? Ajay Rai of the Congress in Uttar Pradesh is alleging voter intimidation while discussing the by-elections. The claim? That it’s a “complete murder of democracy.” Well, if they think they’re good at horror stories, they should venture into the film industry. That’s where the real drama lies. Meanwhile, D Raja of the CPI was also having a bit of a self-righteous moment, calling out the BJP’s infiltration campaign as a complete flop. Ouch. Time to send in the clowns…

Celebrations and Claims of Foul Play

In a world where celebrating a win and thrashing failure go together like chocolate and peanut butter, Amit Shah congratulated the Maharashtrian power team of Shinde, Fadnavis, and Pawar for their big night. But wait! What’s that coming from the opposition’s end? Sanjay Raut is claiming foul play! Oh, the irony! It’s like accusing a magician of mischief just after he pulls a rabbit out of a hat. Magicians make things disappear, and that could very well be the hearts of the supporters, too!

Rajasthan and Beyond

In Rajasthan and Jharkhand, it looks like things are shaping up too. Congress is leading the chatlines. But with the BJP taking charge in Maharashtra and UP and the Congress trailing with mixed results, we are left to wonder if they even got the memo about the party being ‘over’. All I can say is, the excitement might not be matched on the dance floor, but boy, do they know how to throw political parties!

Conclusion: Who Will Stand Champion?

This rollercoaster ride of political victories, defeats, and dramatic accusations is the very essence of democratic governance in action. Will there be a real winner, though? Who knows! But one thing is for sure, with each legislative battle, the political landscape will keep evolving, encapsulating more drama than any prime-time soap, leaving late-night anchors on the edge of their seats, preparing us for yet another story of love, betrayal, and heartfelt declarations of ‘we will win next time!’

So, buckle up, folks! It’s going to be a wild ride as you keep an eye on these updates, and who knows, we might just see a few more plot twists before the final curtain falls!

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Nov 23, 2024 2:39 PM IST

Election Result 2024 LIVE: For Karnataka by-polls win, Shivakumar credits Siddharamaiah

Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar attributed the Congress party’s remarkable triumph in the assembly by-polls to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s adept leadership, emphasizing the pivotal role of the five guarantees that resonated with voters across the state.

Nov 23, 2024 2:36 PM IST

Election Result 2024 LIVE: TMC wins Haroa seat in Bengal by-polls

Trinamool Congress candidate S. K. Rabiul Islam achieved a decisive victory in the Haroa assembly by-poll, outpacing his nearest opponent from the AISF, Piyarul Islam, by an impressive margin of 131,388 votes, as reported by the Election Commission.

Nov 23, 2024 2:32 PM IST

Election Result 2024 LIVE: BJP’s Prakash Javadekar on Mahayuti’s performance in Maharashtra

BJP leader Prakash Javadekar praised the Mahayuti alliance’s robust showing in Maharashtra, noting that the results reflected the party’s anticipated success and reaffirmed the public’s faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of development for the state.

Nov 23, 2024 2:21 PM IST

Election Result 2024 LIVE: Cong’s Pathan wins Shiggaon Assembly bypoll

Congress candidate Yasir Ahmed Khan Pathan achieved a significant win in the Shiggaon Assembly segment, besting Bharath Bommai, son of former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, by a notable margin of 13,448 votes, marking a key victory for the Congress party in this by-poll.

Nov 23, 2024 2:13 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Eknath Shinde celebrates with party workers at Varsha | Watch

Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde enthusiastically celebrated the NDA’s notable victory with party workers at his official residence, Varsha, reflecting the alliance’s triumphant momentum in the election results.

Nov 23, 2024 2:10 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Cong’s Yogeeshwara wins Channapatna Assembly by-polls

Congress’ C.P. Yogeeshwara secured a significant victory in the highly contested Channapatna segment, defeating the JD(S) candidate, Nikhil Kumaraswamy, with a margin of 25,413 votes, marking a major win for the ruling party in Karnataka’s assembly by-poll showdown.

Nov 23, 2024 2:08 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: JD(U)’s Manorama Devi wins Belaganj seat in Bihar by-polls

Manorama Devi of the Janata Dal (United) clinched the Belaganj assembly seat in Bihar’s by-polls, securing victory by defeating the RJD’s Vishwanath Kumar Singh with a substantial margin of 21,391 votes, as confirmed by the Election Commission’s reports.

Additionally, by-elections were conducted in three other constituencies—Tarari, Ramgarh, and Imamganj—adding to the electoral action in the region.

Nov 23, 2024 1:43 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Amit Shah congratulates Shinde, Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed his congratulations to Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde, Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, and Devendra Fadnavis following the Mahayuti alliance’s anticipated landslide victory in the 2024 Assembly elections.

Nov 23, 2024 1:40 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Congress State Chief on By-polls in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai alleged that intimidation tactics were employed against voters, claiming that the government manipulated the election process using its machinery. He described the disturbing situation as a severe blow to democracy, highlighting systemic issues inhibiting fair voting.

Nov 23, 2024 1:36 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: ‘Not convinced…’, CPI’s D Raja on Jharkhand polls

CPI leader D. Raja asserted that the INDIA alliance is poised to form a government in Jharkhand, as he pointed out that the BJP’s campaign efforts failed to resonate with the electorate, leaving many unconvinced by their messaging regarding corruption and other issues.

Nov 23, 2024 1:32 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: BJP’s Parag Shah wins Mumbai’s Ghatkopar East seat

BJP’s Parag Shah successfully retained his Ghatkopar East assembly seat, defeating a rival from the NCP (SP) with a significant margin of 34,999 votes, solidifying his position in the Maharashtra assembly as one of the wealthiest candidates with 85,388 votes earned.

Nov 23, 2024 1:28 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: BJP leading in Budhni, Congress in Vijaypur in MP by-polls

In Madhya Pradesh, as of the latest tally after 18 rounds, the Congress party is ahead by 4,747 votes in the Vijaypur assembly seat, while the BJP is maintaining a lead of 5,362 votes in Budhni after an early count of five rounds, marking a competitive election in these crucial by-poll regions.

Nov 23, 2024 1:25 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Why Congress emerged as weak link in INDIA bloc?

In Maharashtra, the BJP-led NDA is headed for an overwhelming victory, but the Congress has emerged as the weakest link among the opposition coalition, struggling with a dismal seat-conversion rate from contested areas to actual wins, raising questions about its effectiveness within the INDIA bloc.

Nov 23, 2024 1:21 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: BJPS’s Nalasapora candidate celebrates in Maharashtra

BJP candidate from Nalasopara, Rajan Balkrishna Naik, celebrated with party workers after the Mahayuti alliance’s strong performance in the state, reflecting confidence in their electoral strategy. “The people have given a reply to all the allegations that were hurled. They have responded through their votes,” he affirmed.

As per the official Election Commission trends, he is leading by a margin of 13,353 votes.

Nov 23, 2024 1:13 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: ‘Maharashtra chooses pink,’ Ajit Pawar on Mahayuti’s performance

NCP leader and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar expressed satisfaction with his party’s results and declared, “Maharashtra chooses pink,” referring to the successful outcome for the Mahayuti alliance, signaling a shift in political sentiment in the state.

Nov 23, 2024 1:06 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: BJP celebrates Kedarnath by-polls victory

The BJP has jubilantly celebrated its victory in the Kedarnath assembly elections, with party MLAs gathering at Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s residence in Dehradun to congratulate him on the electoral success and rally around the implications for the party’s momentum going forward.

Nov 23, 2024 1:00 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: AAP’s Ishank Kumar wins Chabbewal seat in Punjab by-polls

AAP candidate Ishank Kumar celebrated a decisive win in the Chabbewal assembly seat in Punjab, defeating Congress nominee Ranjit Kumar by a margin of 28,690 votes according to the official results, marking a significant moment for the AAP in the region.

Ishank Kumar garnered 51,904 votes while Ranjit Kumar managed 23,214 votes, illustrating AAP’s increasing foothold in Punjab.

Nov 23, 2024 12:58 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Devendra Fadnavis’ mother says, ‘My son will become CM’

As the Mahayuti coalition appears poised to form the government in Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’ mother expressed her confidence, stating, “Of course, he will become the CM, as my son has become a significant leader in the state through his relentless dedication and effort.”

Nov 23, 2024 12:55 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Dhananjay Munde leading with a margin of 35,031 from Parli

Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde is currently leading the race with a substantial margin of 35,031 votes from the Parli assembly constituency, located in the Beed district of Maharashtra. This constituency was part of the 288 assembly segments that voted in a single-phase election on November 20.

Munde represents the Ajit Pawar-led NCP and is competing against Rajesaheb Deshmukh from the Sharad Pawar faction of NCP (SP).

Nov 23, 2024 12:51 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Celebrations begin across Maharashtra after Mahayuti’s performance

Celebrations erupted in key locations across Maharashtra, notably at Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s residence, where party workers rejoiced in the strong electoral performance of the Mahayuti alliance, indicating a potential landslide victory in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections.

Nov 23, 2024 12:49 PM IST

Election Results 2024 LIVE: Robert Vadra on Congress’ performance in Maharashtra

Businessman Robert Vadra, husband of Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, stated that all parties must heed the electorate’s mandate following the results in Maharashtra, calling for a commitment to work cooperatively for the state’s development.

Nov 23, 2024 12:39 PM IST

Election Results Live: Robert Vadra on wife Priyanka Gandhi’s performance in Wayanad by-polls

As Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra continues to lead in the Wayanad Lok Sabha by-elections with a margin of over 300,000 votes, her husband Robert Vadra expressed immense pride in her efforts. “I thank the people of Wayanad for recognizing Priyanka’s dedication,” he remarked, highlighting her commitment to serving the citizens.

Nov 23, 2024 12:35 PM IST

Election Results Live: BJP leads in five out of 9 by-poll seats in UP

The Bharatiya Janata Party is currently leading in five out of nine pivotal by-poll seats in Uttar Pradesh, indicating a strong comeback following recent electoral setbacks.

Nov 23, 2024 12:31 PM IST

Election Results Live: BJP’s Kalidas Nilkanth Kolambkar wins Wadala

BJP’s Kalidas Nilkanth Kolambkar has emerged victorious in the Wadala constituency, marking yet another win for the party as it consolidates its influence across Maharashtra.

Nov 23, 2024 12:27 PM IST

Election Results Live: ‘Landslide victory,’ CM Eknath Shinde celebrates with Mahayuti colleagues | Watch

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and his party leaders celebrated with ‘ladoos’ as early trends indicate that the Mahayuti alliance is set to secure a commanding majority in the state, with Shinde attributing the success to the collective efforts of the alliance.

Expressing gratitude, he remarked, “I thank the voters of Maharashtra. This is a landslide victory,” emphasizing his appreciation for the diverse support from the electorate.

Nov 23, 2024 12:23 PM IST

Election Results Live: Kalpana Soren trailing in Jharkhand’s Gandey

Kalpana Soren, spouse of Jharkhand’s Chief Minister Hemant Soren, finds herself trailing in the tightly contested Gandey constituency, showcasing the unpredictable nature of these electoral outcomes.

Nov 23, 2024 12:19 PM IST

Election Results Live: In her electoral debut, Priyanka Gandhi is on track for a record win

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is leading by more than 100,000 votes as counting progressed rapidly in the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, with her expected victory set to be a historic milestone in her political career.

Nov 23, 2024 12:09 PM IST

Election Results Live: ‘Eknath Shinde should be CM,’ Sena leader on poll trends

Shiv Sena leader Naresh Mhaske hailed the favourable early trends for the Mahayuti alliance, stating that “Eknath Shinde should be the Chief Minister of Maharashtra,” reflecting the party’s confidence in Shinde’s leadership during this pivotal election period.

Nov 23, 2024 12:03 PM IST

Election Results Live: ‘Samajwadi Party to Samaptwadi Party’,’ Keshav Maurya’s dig amid by-polls

In light of the BJP’s increased lead in the Uttar Pradesh by-polls, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya remarked that the Samajwadi Party’s veil has been lifted, predicting its decline as the “Samaptwadi Party,” signifying a shift in political allegiances.

Nov 23, 2024 11:50 AM IST

Election Results Live: Devendra Fadnavis is all smiles after Mahayuti’s blockbuster performance in early trends

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis displayed optimism and joy as early trends indicated a promising majority for the Mahayuti alliance in the election results, suggesting strong support for the coalition.

Nov 23, 2024 11:40 AM IST

Election Results Live: Mahayuti alliance crosses 220 mark in Maharashtra, early trends show

The early trends reveal that the Mahayuti alliance has secured a commanding lead, surpassing the 220-seat mark in Maharashtra, suggesting a significant consolidation of power within the state.

Nov 23, 2024 11:33 AM IST

Election Results Live: Jharkhand Congress chief hails INDIA bloc’s lead

Jharkhand Congress chief Keshav Mahto Kamlesh applauded the early electoral trends, attributing the alliance’s favorable lead to the significant work they accomplished over the past five years, underscoring the coalition’s commitment to effective governance during challenging times.

What does Keshav Maurya’s reference to the ‘Samaptwadi Party’ reveal about the BJP’s strategy⁢ against opposition⁢ parties in Uttar Pradesh?

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Keshav Maurya, the Deputy Chief Minister⁣ of Uttar Pradesh, took a jibe ⁤at the‌ opposition ​parties, referring to them​ as the ‘Samaptwadi Party’ amidst​ the ongoing election results. His comment highlights the BJP’s confidence in its ⁣performance ​in⁢ the‍ state and aims to undermine the relevance of rival political groups.