#SemiFinals2019: Karnataka all set to become 21st state under BJP
In a major achievement, Bharatiya Janata Party has already crossed the halfway mark in Karnataka elections. At the time of writing this, the BJP was leading in 121 seats, making it the only party with a clear majority in the crucial elections. Karnataka is now all set to become 21st state under the BJP rule. Here are the details.
Heavyweight campaigning alighted Karnataka in the past few weeks
The citizens of Karnataka witnessed heavyweight campaigning and a lot of mud-slinging in the last few weeks. The Congress attacked BJP for its agendas on Dalits, women and rising prices. The BJP, on the other hand, accused Congress of being a 'naamdaar' party and not working for the poor. As the results near an end, it's confirmed that masses related more to BJP's story.
Meanwhile, what does this win mean for 2019 elections?
The BJP's momentous win is sure to open doors for the saffron party in the South. With general elections scheduled for next year, the mood of the nation seems to be with BJP. Further, a recent survey by LocalCircles found 57% of Indians are satisfied with the Narendra Modi led government. They are happy with how BJP handled Pakistan and stopped tax terrorism.
Congress emerges biggest loser: What will Rahul Gandhi do now?
As much as BJP critics prefer being soft on Congress President Rahul Gandhi, it is clearly his failure as a leader. Congress is leading in just 63 seats in Karnataka. This means the party will now be restricted to only 2 states and 1 UT- Punjab, Mizoram and Puducherry. The regional party JD(S) is leading in 40 seats, a feat that political analysts would say is better than Congress's.
