Haryana Assembly Elections 2024: Check Congress And BJP\u2019s Manifestos<\/a><\/p>\nThe recent assembly elections showed that the BJP performed well, winning 48 seats. This victory strengthens the <\/span>BJP’s<\/span> position in the political scene. <\/span>The INC came in second, winning 37 seats, which shows they still have a strong presence despite facing tough competition. <\/span>Other parties also had some success. The INLD secured two seats, while IND won 3 seats. <\/span><\/p>\nThe <\/span>BJP’s<\/span> key victories included Kalka, Ambala Cantt, and Yamunanagar, where winning candidates had significant margins. For example, Shakti Rani Sharma won in Kalka with 10,883 votes, and Ghanshyam Dass won in Yamunanagar with 22,437 votes, highlighting the <\/span>party’s<\/span> popularity.<\/span><\/p>\nOn the other hand, the INC found success in places like Panchkula and Naraingarh, where their candidates, Chander Mohan and Shalley Chaudhary, won with competitive margins. <\/span>Overall, the election results show a strong position for the BJP while also recognising the INC as <\/span>an important<\/span> opposition party. The presence of independent candidates suggests that voters are looking for various choices, reflecting changing preferences in the electorate.<\/span><\/p>\nBackground of 2019 Haryana Assembly Elections<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\nIn the 2019 Haryana Assembly elections, the BJP emerged as the largest party, winning 40 out of 90 seats. Despite being six seats short of a majority, the BJP formed a coalition government by allying with the JJP, which won 10 seats and seven Independent MLAs. This alliance allowed Manohar Lal Khattar to serve a second term as Chief Minister while Dushyant Chautala, leader of the JJP, became the Deputy Chief Minister.<\/span><\/p>\nThis outcome marked a significant change from the <\/span>BJP’s<\/span> previous electoral success. In the 2014 Haryana elections, the BJP had secured 47 seats and formed a majority government. The 2019 results indicated a dip in the <\/span>party\u2019s<\/span> popularity despite its strong performance in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, where the BJP won all <\/span>10<\/span> parliamentary seats in Haryana.<\/span><\/p>\nFactors Affecting <\/span>BJP’s<\/span> Decline<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\nSeveral factors contributed to the <\/span>BJP\u2019s<\/span> inability to secure a majority in 2019. <\/span>One of the most significant was voter discontent with handling the Jat reservation protests and the broader issue of agricultural distress. <\/span>Haryana\u2019s<\/span> large Jat community felt that the BJP government ignored their demands, which led to growing resentment. Local issues like unemployment and dissatisfaction with the <\/span>BJP\u2019s<\/span> governance also contributed to the <\/span>party\u2019s<\/span> reduced vote share.<\/span><\/p>\nCongress’s<\/span> Strong Comeback<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe Congress Party, led by former Chief Minister<\/span> Bhupinder Singh Hooda, saw a remarkable resurgence, winning 31 seats, compared to just 15 seats in the 2014 elections. Hooda, a dominant figure in Haryana politics, contested from Garhi Sampla-Kiloi and played a pivotal role in revitalising the <\/span>Congress\u2019s<\/span> prospects. Under his leadership, the Congress campaigned <\/span>strongly<\/span> on local issues, including unemployment and agrarian distress, and positioned itself as a viable alternative to the BJP.<\/span><\/p>\nHooda\u2019s<\/span> ability to consolidate the Jaat vote and strategic campaigning enabled the Congress to improve its standing significantly. The <\/span>party’s<\/span> focus on rural issues and farmer-related concerns resonated with the electorate, particularly in areas where dissatisfaction with the BJP government was high.<\/span><\/p>\nThe Decline of INLD and the Rise of JJP<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\nOne of the most notable outcomes of the 2019 elections was the sharp decline of the INLD. Once a dominant political force in Haryana, the INLD secured only one seat. The <\/span>party\u2019s<\/span> decline can <\/span>be attributed<\/span> to internal strife, particularly the family feud between Om Prakash Chautala and his grandsons, which led to the formation of the JJP by Dushyant Chautala. The split fractured the <\/span>INLD\u2019s<\/span> traditional voter base, especially in rural areas where the Chautala family had a strong influence.<\/span><\/p>\nIn contrast, the newly formed JJP became a significant player in <\/span>Haryana\u2019s<\/span> politics, securing <\/span>10<\/span> seats. <\/span>Dushyant <\/span>Chautala\u2019s<\/span> leadership and appeal to younger voters were crucial to the <\/span>JJP’s<\/span> success. By aligning with the BJP, the JJP became a <\/span>key<\/span> partner in the <\/span>state\u2019s<\/span> coalition government, marking its rise as a significant regional force.<\/span><\/p>\nKey<\/span> Issues in the 2019 Elections<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe 2019 elections were shaped by several pressing issues, with agrarian distress and the Jat reservation movement being among the most prominent. <\/span>The agricultural sector, which forms the backbone of<\/span> Haryana\u2019s<\/span> economy, was facing challenges, and the <\/span>BJP\u2019s<\/span> failure to address these adequately contributed to the <\/span>party’s<\/span> decline. Additionally, the Jat community, demanding reservations in government jobs and educational institutions, expressed discontent with the ruling party.\u200b<\/span><\/p>\nUnemployment was another <\/span>major<\/span> concern, particularly among the <\/span>state\u2019s<\/span> youth, seeking better job opportunities. <\/span>Under Bhupinder Singh Hooda, the Congress capitalised on these issues, promising reforms and solutions that appealed to rural voters and the farming community.<\/span><\/p>\nVoter Turnout<\/span><\/strong> and Political Realignment<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe voter turnout in the 2019 Haryana Assembly elections was 68.20%, reflecting a high level of participation. Rural areas, in particular, saw strong voter engagement, reflecting dissatisfaction with the incumbent government. The BJP faced challenges in consolidating its rural base, while the Congress and JJP were able to capitalise on these sentiments.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"On October 5, 2024, the Haryana Assembly elections saw a total turnout of about 67.9% of voters. The Election Commission said the elections went off without a hitch, with no significant problems interfering with ballot casting. 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