Despite securing a third term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA faced a stunning setback, winning only 293 seats. Global media outlets highlighted the unexpected results, with The Washington Post calling it a "stunning setback" and noting Modi's "aura of invincibility" was pierced. The Guardian emphasized the lack of a predicted landslide, and BBC reported a "reduced majority," describing BJP offices as "sombre." The New York Times observed a "sharp reversal" in Modi's tenure, while Deutsche Welle termed it a "personal setback." The Telegraph noted the muted celebrations, contrasting with the exuberance of 2019.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to secure a historic third term in office as the NDA clinched victory with 292 seats, narrowly surpassing the majority mark. President Droupadi Murmu has accepted Modi's resignation and requested him to continue until the new government is formed. Allies JD(U) and Shiv Sena are vying for Cabinet berths in the upcoming Modi 3.0 administration, with demands already pouring in. Modi chaired a final Cabinet meeting to discuss government formation, while NDA leaders convened to strategize. The swearing-in ceremony is anticipated to occur on June 8, marking a milestone in Indian political history.

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Chandrababu Naidu is set to demand the Speaker's post and other concessions at the NDA meeting in Delhi. Despite TDP's crucial support in Andhra Pradesh, no communication has been made by the Opposition INDIA alliance. Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will also attend the meeting. TDP and JDU will submit letters of support to BJP, bolstering NDA's claim to form the government. In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, NDA secured 292 seats, with BJP winning 240 seats, while the INDIA alliance obtained 234 seats, with Congress gaining 99 seats.              

Leaders from both the NDA and INDIA alliances are convening in Delhi to strategize after the 2024 Lok Sabha polls left the BJP-led NDA just shy of an absolute majority. With 294 seats, NDA seeks to secure additional support, with TDP's Chandrababu Naidu and JDU's Nitish Kumar holding key roles. Amidst speculations, Nitish Kumar asserts JDU's allegiance to NDA, while Naidu congratulates PM Modi. Notably, Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav, a key INDIA ally, share a flight to Delhi, highlighting the intense political maneuvers underway. Leaders from both camps are set for crucial discussions to shape the nation's political landscape.

Amritpal Singh, chief of pro-Khalistan group Waris Punjab De, secured victory from Punjab's Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha seat while incarcerated in Assam's Dibrugarh jail. Winning as an independent candidate, Singh garnered 4,04,430 votes, surpassing Congress leader Kulbir Singh Zira by a margin of 1,97,120 votes. His arrest in 2023 followed clashes between his supporters and Punjab Police after an aide's arrest. Singh's platform focused on Sikh youth and Khalistan. The 2024 Lok Sabha election, spanning seven phases, witnessed the ruling BJP-led NDA leading in 242 seats, with the opposition INDIA bloc ahead in 236 seats during vote counting.

Global leaders congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the BJP-led NDA coalition secured a majority in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. With the BJP winning 240 seats, the NDA crossed the 272-majority mark. Leaders including Lawrence Wong (Singapore), Ranil Wickremesinghe (Sri Lanka), Mohamed Muizzu (Maldives), Giorgia Meloni (Italy), 'Prachanda' (Nepal), Pravind Kumar Jugnauth (Mauritius), Tshering Tobgay (Bhutan), Mia Amor Mottley (Barbados), John Chambers (USA), Mary Millben (USA), Tulsi Gabbard (USA), and Husain Haqqani (Pakistan) lauded Modi’s leadership and expressed eagerness to strengthen bilateral ties. Modi thanked them, emphasizing continued cooperation. This victory marks Modi’s third consecutive term, affirming India’s democratic strength and political stability under his leadership.

Following the 2024 election results, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi stated that the verdict clearly shows voters do not want Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to continue leading the country. Congress nearly doubled its Lok Sabha tally, signaling a political revival. Party President Mallikarjun Kharge called it a “political and moral defeat” for Modi. While Kharge hinted at forming new alliances, the next steps will be decided at an INDIA bloc meeting. Gandhi thanked voters for taking the first step in "protecting the Constitution," emphasizing the strong response against government actions targeting the opposition.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav are heading to Delhi to attend meetings as the NDA and INDIA bloc strategize their next steps following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The BJP secured 240 seats, falling short of the 272 majority mark, while the Congress won 99. Despite the setback, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to form the government for a third term. The NDA's shortfall comes amid a robust performance by the INDIA bloc and significant losses in states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.

The BJP's failure to secure a majority in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections is attributed to significant losses in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and West Bengal. In these crucial states, the party's seat count dropped from 103 in 2019 to just 57. The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) capitalized on local issues and effective coalition strategies, raising their tally from 42 to 100. Key factors included SP-Congress's expanded caste coalition in UP, MVA's resilience in Maharashtra, and Mamata Banerjee's stronghold in Bengal. These setbacks hindered the BJP's bid to surpass 250 seats in the national elections.            

As Lok Sabha elections comes to an end with a fiercely contest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to return for a third term, but his BJP-led NDA coalition fell short of its ambitious '400-paar' target. Despite exit polls predicting a sweeping victory, the NDA secured 292 seats, significantly lower than expected. The opposition INDIA bloc, showing a strong performance especially in Uttar Pradesh, won 233 seats. The Congress made significant gains, winning over 90 seats. BJP's vote share also decreased to around 46%, while the INDIA bloc garnered 41%. In key states, the INDIA bloc outperformed, notably securing 43 seats in Uttar Pradesh. This election marked a substantial shift in India's political landscape, showcasing a revitalized opposition.