BS EDIT: Poll verdict: Haryana for continuity, J&K for change

By Business StandardPublished On Oct 9, 2024

BJP’s historic Haryana win

The BJP secured a record third term in Haryana, increasing its vote share to 40%, while the Congress improved but fell short of unseating the ruling party

Takeaways from Haryana

BJP’s strategic changes, including a new chief minister and post-Lok Sabha election adjustments, proved crucial to its Assembly election victory

Development challenges

The new BJP government must focus on boosting manufacturing and services, while managing fiscal challenges from promises like job creation and welfare schemes

New chapter for J&K

The Congress-National Conference alliance is poised to govern Jammu & Kashmir, though the UT’s limited powers post-Article 370 present unique challenges

Call for statehood restoration

With J&K now having an elected government, restoring statehood is critical to enabling full governance and meeting the aspirations of its people

Political implications

These election results will boost the BJP’s morale ahead of upcoming elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, setting the stage for more contests