Across states, voters signalled a desire for change, reshaping established political equations
Vijay’s TVK emerged as a serious challenger, leveraging appeal and welfare promises to gain ground
The electorate returned to its pattern, handing power back to the Opposition coalition
The BJP’s victory reflects deep voter dissatisfaction with governance and anti-incumbency
Issues like corruption, economic stagnation, and governance gaps shaped voter choices
New governments now face the challenge of balancing welfare, fiscal limits, and growth