In a contrasting performance, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) failed to win a single seat in Tamil Nadu, despite a high-decibel campaign led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the party's state chief K. Annamalai. However, the saffron party managed to breach the Kerala bastion, with actor-turned-politician Suresh Gopi emerging victorious in Thrissur. The BJP's inability to make inroads in Tamil Nadu's bipolar politics, dominated by the DMK and AIADMK, has been a long-standing challenge. Conversely, Gopi's win in Kerala marks a historic moment for the party, which had never won a Lok Sabha seat in the state before.

In a remarkable turnaround, the Congress is poised to secure its biggest Lok Sabha tally since the 2014 debacle, when it won a mere 44 seats. As per the latest trends, the grand old party is leading in 100 seats, marking a significant revival under the INDIA bloc's umbrella. This performance is a far cry from the party's dismal showings in 2014 and 2019, when it won just 52 seats. The Congress-led INDIA alliance has emerged as a formidable force, leading in 232 seats and posing a stern challenge to the BJP-led NDA's bid for a third consecutive term. 

In a triumphant address, PM Narendra Modi hailed the NDA's resounding victory as the "mandate of the biggest democracy in the world." With the BJP-led alliance securing an unprecedented third straight term, Modi stated, "The people have placed their entire faith in us." Lauding the clean sweep across states, he emotionally remarked, "This is my first election after losing my mother." Acknowledging past scandals, Modi vowed, "We worked with integrity," promising to honor the nation's trust. The historic hat-trick cements Modi's dominance, with India's "biggest democracy" resoundingly backing his governance agenda.

With the BJP-led NDA leading with over 290 seats but falling short of the majority, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge announced plans to meet INDIA bloc partners on June 5. He aims to discuss strategies to secure a majority. Kharge highlighted the success of their campaign on issues like inflation and unemployment. The INDIA bloc, currently at 231 seats, exceeded expectations, particularly in the Hindi belt and southern states. Kharge emphasized the importance of keeping strategic plans private to prevent BJP from gaining an advantage. Vote counting continues as both blocs vie for coalition support.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA is set for a third term, leading with 296 seats, despite aiming for 400. The INDIA bloc, led by Congress, gained unexpectedly, leading in 228 seats. Key states like Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, and Maharashtra saw the BJP lose significant ground. Uttar Pradesh, a BJP stronghold, shifted towards the Samajwadi Party and Congress. Despite setbacks, the BJP found support in states like Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Voter sentiment was tough to gauge, with exit polls showing varied results. Voting spanned seven phases, with a majority mark at 272 seats.

In the West Bengal Lok Sabha elections, Trinamool Congress (TMC) takes the lead in 29 constituencies, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leading in 12 and Congress in one. The TMC's strong performance marks a potential comeback after significant losses in 2019. Notably, TMC's Yusuf Pathan defeats West Bengal Congress chief Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury in Baharampur. Trends indicate BJP's Abhijit Gangopadhyay leading in Tamluk. With TMC's edge in the jute belt and Abhishek Banerjee's record margin in Diamond Harbour, Mamata Banerjee appears to hold onto Bengal, thwarting BJP's ambitions.

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray and NCP supremo Sharad Pawar, despite internal rifts within their parties, witness a significant boost in the Lok Sabha elections 2024. The INDIA bloc, comprising their parties, leads in Maharashtra with 27 seats, while the NDA lags behind with only 20 seats. Thackeray's Shiv Sena faced a split in 2022, led by Eknath Shinde, while Ajit Pawar's breakaway from NCP in 2023 merged with the ruling alliance. The rejection of divisive politics reflects the electorate's confidence in the united front against the BJP-led NDA.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed gratitude to Wayanad and Raebareli voters and hinted at deciding which seat to retain. Addressing media, he affirmed discussions with alliance partners, indicating a decision on government formation tomorrow. Gandhi emphasized the fight to safeguard the Constitution, thanking party workers and the INDIA bloc for their collective effort. Meanwhile, Mallikarjun Kharge underscored the ongoing battle and the victory of democracy, acknowledging the electorate's rejection of unilateral rule. Additionally, Rahul Gandhi reached out to SP's Akhilesh Yadav, inviting him to Delhi amid unfolding election outcomes.

Despite being in power in Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) couldn't win any Lok Sabha seats in the capital but secured one in Punjab and led in two others. AAP's Sangrur candidate Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer emerged victorious, reflecting a mixed outcome for the party. Meanwhile, early trends suggest a setback for the BJP-led NDA in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan, despite leading in Delhi's seven seats. AAP leaders highlighted voters' rejection of BJP's politics, attributing the result to public fatigue with inflation and BJP's 10-year rule.

In a surprising turn, BJP candidate Lallu Singh lost the Faizabad Lok Sabha seat, encompassing Ayodhya, to SP's Awadesh Prasad. Despite the recent inauguration of the grand Ram Temple, the INDIA bloc's effective campaign led to significant gains in Uttar Pradesh, where BJP had a stronghold. The opposition alliance now leads in 39 seats, while BJP maintains a slight edge with 40. This shift highlights the evolving political landscape, with notable wins like Rahul Gandhi in Raebareli and Smriti Irani's defeat in Amethi to Congress candidate Kishori Lal.