Election Results Live Updates: PM Modi Addresses Nation After Meeting President & Staking Claim To Form Govt
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Election Results 2024 Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, 7 June, and staked claim to form the next government.
This comes shortly after he was unanimously confirmed as the leader of the NDA and Lok Sabha during a meeting of NDA partners, including JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar and TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu – who have emerged as the "king-makers" of this election.
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said that Modi will take oath as the prime minister of India at 3:00 PM on Sunday, 9 June.
Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demanded a JPC probe into alleged links between exit polls and the stock markets crash, while addressing the press on Thursday, 6 June, adding that it was the "biggest scam" orchestrated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Reacting to the allegations, BJP leader Piyush Goyal said that the Congress leader was "conspiring to mislead market investors".
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PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony to be held on Sunday, 9 June.
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe will attend the oath-taking ceremony.
The NDA bagged 293 seats, just 20 above the majority mark required for government formation. The Opposition INDIA bloc bagged 232 seats.
Amid speculations of a switch, TDP leader Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday confirmed that he is with the NDA alliance.
Maharashtra deputy CM and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis offered to step down from the post while taking responsibility of the party's poor performance in the state.
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'Biggest Scam': Rahul Gandhi Alleges Links Between PM Modi, Exit Polls & Stock Markets Crash
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi demanded a JPC probe into alleged links between exit polls and the stock markets crash, while addressing the press on Thursday, 6 June, adding that it was the "biggest scam" orchestrated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
"Why did the PM and Union Home Minister give specific investment advice to the five crore families investing in the stock market? Is it their job to give investment advice? Why were both interviews given to the same media owned by the same business group which is also under SEBI investigation for manipulating stock?" Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said while questioning the BJP.
"What is the connection between the BJP, the fake exit pollsters and the dubious foreign investors who invested one day before the exit polls were announced and made a huge profit at the cost of five crore salaries? We demand a JPC into this," he added.
'Rahul Gandhi Trying to Mislead Investors': Piyush Goyal
Reacting to Rahul Gandhi's allegations of links between PM Modi, exit polls, and the recent markets crash, BJP leader Piyush Goyal said that the Congress leader was trying to "mislead" market investors.
"Rahul Gandhi has still not overcome the loss in the Lok Sabha Elections. Now, he is conspiring to mislead the market investors. Today, India has become the fifth-largest economy," he said.
Key NDA Meeting To Be Held Today
A key meeting of NDA partners is scheduled to be held on Friday, 7 June, in Parliament to work out a formula for Cabinet formation. The meeting will be attended by JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar and TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu – who have emerged as the "king-makers" of this election.
Speculation is rife that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet President Droupadi Murmu after the meeting on Friday to stake claim to form the government. Modi's oath-taking ceremony is likely to be held on Sunday, 9 June.
Chirag Paswan Elected as Leader of LJP (Ram Vilas)
Chirag Paswan was on Friday elected as the leader of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) during a meeting of party MPs.
NDA Leaders Start Arriving for Key Meet in Parliament
Leaders have started arriving at Parliament for a key NDA meeting to work out a formula for Cabinet formation. Chief Ministers Yogi Adityanath, N Biren Singh, Vishnu Deo Sai, Eknath Shinde, and Pramod Sawant are among those who have arrived so far.
The presence of JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar and TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu is expected at the meeting.
'Shiv Sena Will Strengthen PM Modi': Milind Deora
Shiv Sena leader Milind Deora said that the party's target is to "strengthen" PM Modi during his third term.
"Shiv Sena has only one target to strengthen PM Modi. He has been re-elected as Prime Minister for the third time. This is the first time that a Prime Minister has been given a third term after 6 decades," he told ANI.
Union Ministers, CMs Arrive for NDA Meet in Parliament
Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and chief ministers Nitish Kumar, Yogi Adityanath, N Biren Singh, Vishnu Deo Sai, Eknath Shinde, and Pramod Sawant have arrived for a key NDA meeting in Parliament.
PM Modi To Take Oath on 9 June: Pralhad Joshi
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said that Narendra Modi will take oath as the prime minister of India at 3:00 PM on Sunday, 9 June.
PM Modi Arrives for Key NDA Meet in Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Parliament for a key meeting of NDA partners to work out a formula over Cabinet formation.
Rajnath Singh Proposes Modi's Name as Leader of BJP, NDA
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh proposes Narendra Modi as leader of the BJP and NDA, during an NDA meeting in Parliament.
"We are fortunate that we are going to get a sensitive Prime Minister like Modi ji...I would like to make it clear that this alliance is not a compulsion for us but a commitment," he said.
'Historic Moment': JP Nadda During NDA Meeting
BJP president JP Nadda said that electing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as leader of the NDA and prime minister of India for a third time is a "historic moment".
“It’s a historic moment. We all waited for this moment to come. We all will elect today NDA leader (Narendra Modi) as the Prime Minister for the third time. On this historic occasion, we are here as witnesses," he said.
I Wholeheartedly Support...': Amit Shah on Modi's Selection as NDA Leader
Home Minister Amit Shah said that he "wholeheartedly" supported the proposal to elect Narendra Modi as the leader of the NDA.
"I congratulate everyone for winning the Lok Sabha Elections again. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has proposed the name of Narendra Modi as the leader of Lok Sabha, leader of the BJP and NDA Parliamentary Party. I wholeheartedly support this," he said.
Nitin Gadkari Supports Proposal To Elect PM Modi as NDA Leader
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari supports the proposal to elect Narendra Modi as leader of the BJP, NDA, and Lok Sabha.
'Started & Ended Campaign With Same Spirit': Chandrababu Naidu on PM Modi
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the NDA meeting in Parliament.
"We are congratulating all of us as we have won a wonderful majority. I have seen during the election campaign, for 3 months PM Modi never took any rest. Day and night he has campaigned. He started and ended with the same spirit," he said.
"In Andhra Pradesh, we had 3 public meetings and 1 big rally and it has made a huge difference in winning the election in Andhra Pradesh," Naidu added.
'I Proudly Propose...': Chandrababu Naidu on Modi's Election as PM
TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu said that he "proudly proposes" the name of Narendra Modi as leader of the NDA and the prime minister of India.
"Narendra Modi has a vision and a zeal, his execution is very perfect. He is executing all his policies with a true spirit...Today, India is having the right leader - that is Narendra Modi. This is a very good opportunity for India, if you miss now, we will miss forever," Naidu said.
'We Will Be With Modi in All Decisions': Nitish Kumar
JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar seconded the proposal to elect Narendra Modi as the prime minister of India and leader of the NDA.
"All the pending works of Bihar will be done. It is a very good thing that all of us have come together and we will all work together with you (PM Modi). You will be swearing in as the Prime Minister on Sunday, but I wanted you to do it today itself. Whenever you take the oath, we will be with you...We will all work together under your leadership," Kumar said while addressing NDA leaders in Parliament.
Eknath Shinde Seconds Proposal To Elect Modi as PM
Maharashtra CM and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde seconds proposal to elect Narendra Modi as prime minister of India and leader of the NDA.
Ajit Pawar, Chirag Paswan Support Proposal Electing Modi as PM
Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan and NCP chief Ajit Pawar seconded a proposal to elect Narendra Modi as leader of the NDA and the prime minister of India.
'Party Workers Didn't See Day or Night': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing NDA leaders in Parliament, hailed the efforts of party workers in the recently-concluded Lok Sabha elections.
"They (party workers) didn't see day or night. They worked tirelessly in the heat. I salute them," Modi said.
'I Express My Heartfelt Gratitude...': PM Modi After Being Elected NDA Leader
After being elected as the leader of the NDA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I express my heartfelt gratitude to all the leaders of the constituent parties present in this assembly hall, all the newly elected MPs and our Rajya Sabha MPs. It is a matter of happiness for me that I have had the opportunity to welcome such a large group here today," he said.
'People Have Given NDA Opportunity To Serve in 22 States': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the "strength of democracy", saying that the electorate had given the NDA the opportunity to serve in 22 states.
"Very few people discuss this, perhaps it doesn't suit them. But look at the strength of the great democracy of India - today, people have given NDA the opportunity to form a government and serve in 22 states," he said.
'Bridge of Trust is Strong': Modi to NDA Leaders
Thanking NDA leaders for electing him as leader of the coalition, PM Modi said, "You all have given me a new responsibility and I am very grateful to you...When I was speaking in this House in 2019, you all chose me as the leader, then I emphasized one thing which is trust. Today, when you are giving me this role, it means that the bridge of trust between us is strong. This relationship is on a strong foundation of trust and this is the biggest asset."
'No Pre-Poll Alliance as Successful as NDA': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that no pre-poll alliance has been as successful as the NDA.
"A consensus is needed to run the country," he said.
'NDA Will Focus on Development for Next 10 Years': Modi
PM Modi said that in the next 10 years, the NDA will "focus on good governance, development, minimum interference in lives of common citizens."
'NDA is Most Successful Alliance': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the NDA is the "most successful alliance" in the country's history.
"I assure the people of the country that the majority they gave us to run the government, it will be our effort that we will strive towards consensus and leave no stone unturned towards taking the country forward...NDA has completed around 3 decades, it is no ordinary thing...I can say that this is the most successful alliance," he said.
'Opposition's Claims on EVMs Silenced': PM Modi
Taking a swipe at the Opposition INDIA bloc, PM Modi said that their claims of "EVM manipulation" were silenced when the Lok Sabha results were declared on 4 June.
"When results were coming out on 4th June, I was busy with work. Phone calls started coming in later. I asked someone, numbers are fine, tell me EVM zinda hai ki mar gaya. These people (Opposition) had decided to ensure that people stop believing in democracy and democratic process of India. They continuously abused EVM. I thought they would take out the funeral procession of the EVM," he said.
"But by the evening of 4th June, unko taale lag gaye. EVM ne unko chup kar diya. This is the strength of India's democracy, its fairness...I hope I won't get to hear about EVM for 5 years. But when we go into 2029, perhaps they will again harp about EVM...The country will never forgive them," Modi added.
'Cong's Tally in Last 3 LS Polls Less Than BJP's 2024 Tally,' PM Modi Says
Taking a dig at the Congress, PM Modi said that the party couldn't even touch the 100-mark after 10 years.
"Even after 10 years, Congress could not touch the figure of 100 seats. If we combine the 2014, 2019 and 2024 elections, Congress did not even get as many seats as BJP got in this election. I can clearly see the people of the INDI alliance were sinking slowly earlier, now they are going to sink at a fast pace," Modi said.
"Their total seats in last three Lok Sabha polls are fewer than our tally in this election alone," he added.
'Oppn Tried to Create Illusion That BJP Lost Election': Modi
PM Modi said that the INDIA bloc tried to create an "illusion" that the BJP had lost the 2024 election.
"I believe that if we look at the results of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, from every parameter, the world believes that this is NDA's 'Mahavijay'. You saw how the two days went, it seemed as if we had lost, because they (opposition) had to make such imaginary promises to raise the morale of their workers," Modi said.
"If we look at the statistics in the history of the alliance, then this is the strongest alliance government. An attempt was made not to accept this victory," he added.
'NDA is New India, Developed India': PM Modi
PM Modi said that the NDA is a representative of "New India".
"If I keep NDA on one side & the aspirations and resolves of people of India, then I would say - NDA: New India, Developed India, Aspirational India," he said.
'UPA Changed Their Name But...': PM Modi Attacks Oppn
"NDA has always given a corruption-free, reform-oriented stable government to the country. Congress-led UPA changed their name but they have been known for their corruption. Even after changing their names, the country has not forgiven them, the country has rejected them...I can say that because of their one-point agenda of opposing just one person, the people of the country have made them sit in the Opposition," PM Modi said.
PM Modi Arrives at LK Advani's Residence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the residence of veteran BJP leader LK Advani after the NDA partners' meeting.
PM Modi Arrives at Murli Manohar Joshi's Residence
PM Modi arrives at the residence of BJP veteran leader Murli Manohar Joshi before staking claim to form the government.
Mumbai Youth Congress Members Detained Over Protest Against Centre
Several members of the Mumbai Youth Congress were detained by the Mumbai Police for holding a protest against the Union government outside the Bombay Stock Exchange.
PM Modi Meets President, Stakes Claim To Form Govt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, 7 June, and staked claim to form the next government.
This comes shortly after he was unanimously confirmed as the leader of the NDA and Lok Sabha during a meeting of NDA partners.
PM Modi Addresses Nation After Staking Claim To Form Govt
"The President called me just now and asked me to work as the PM delegate and she has informed me about the oath ceremony. I have told the President that we will be comfortable on the evening of the 9 June. Now the Rashtrapati Bhavan will work out the rest of the details and by then we will hand over the list of the Council of Ministers to the President. After that, the oath ceremony will take place," PM Modi said after staking claim to form the next government.
"This is the first election after Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav...For the third time, the NDA government has been given a chance by the people to serve to country...I assure the people of the country that in the last two terms, the speed with which the country has moved forward, change is visible in every sector and for 25 crore people to move out of poverty is a proud moment for every Indiaṇ," he further said.
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Published: 07 Jun 2024,10:02 AM IST