"BJP campaigned without understanding the ground realities in Bihar...., so today's result is a big political blow to Modi," he told reporters here.
Kharge said, "Modi and Amit Shah have been taught a lesson by the people."
Maintaining that BJP's graph will further decline if it doesn't follow the principles of liberty and equality while governing the country, he said this result showed that people don't tolerate "dictatorial" kind of leadership.
Holding that the result clearly demonstrates that there is nothing called Modi wave, he said, "People have given their mandate against those forces which had disturbed communal harmony in the country."
Meanwhile, BJP National Vice President and former Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa said the result was "surprising" and the reasons for the party's debacle would be analysed.
He said given what happened during Lalu's rule in Bihar, this coalition would not sustain for long, adding, "We will have to work towards strengthening the party in Bihar".
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors


Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share


Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor


Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements


Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app
