The latest election trends from Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir present a mixed picture for major political parties as counting progresses. In Haryana, the ruling BJP has surged ahead, leading in 47 out of the 90 seats, surpassing the crucial halfway mark needed for a majority. This shift comes after early morning results indicated a strong showing for the Congress, which is currently leading in 36 seats.

The BJP is aiming for its third consecutive term in Haryana, with party leaders expressing optimism about their prospects. Harish Khurana, a BJP leader, stated, “We are confident of winning Haryana with a good margin.” Meanwhile, veteran Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda remained hopeful, insisting that the Congress would form the government, attributing any success to the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and the party’s dedicated workers.

In stark contrast, Jammu and Kashmir appears to be favoring the National Conference-Congress alliance. As of now, this coalition is leading in 47 seats—39 for the National Conference and 8 for the Congress—while the BJP trails with 28 seats. This marks a significant shift in the region, where assembly elections are being held for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. NC leader Omar Abdullah commented, “If the mandate is against the BJP, they should accept it gracefully,” reinforcing the call for respect toward the electoral outcome.

The atmosphere in Jammu and Kashmir is tense yet hopeful, as Congress leader Suhail Bukhari noted, “Early trends are positive and we believe they will improve.” Security measures have been heightened at counting centers due to the region's history of unrest, ensuring a peaceful counting process.

As the counting continues, both states present a narrative of shifting political landscapes. In Haryana, the BJP's slight edge may yet solidify its power, while in Jammu and Kashmir, the potential for a decisive shift away from BJP dominance could reshape the region's political future. The results, expected to clarify as the day progresses, will not only influence state governance but also set the tone for national political dynamics.

The latest election trends from Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir present a mixed picture for major political parties as counting progresses. In Haryana, the ruling BJP has surged ahead, leading in 47 out of the 90 seats, surpassing the crucial halfway mark needed for a majority. This shift comes after early morning results indicated a strong showing for the Congress, which is currently leading in 36 seats.

The BJP is aiming for its third consecutive term in Haryana, with party leaders expressing optimism about their prospects. Harish Khurana, a BJP leader, stated, “We are confident of winning Haryana with a good margin.” Meanwhile, veteran Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda remained hopeful, insisting that the Congress would form the government, attributing any success to the leadership of Rahul Gandhi and the party’s dedicated workers.

In stark contrast, Jammu and Kashmir appears to be favoring the National Conference-Congress alliance. As of now, this coalition is leading in 47 seats—39 for the National Conference and 8 for the Congress—while the BJP trails with 28 seats. This marks a significant shift in the region, where assembly elections are being held for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. NC leader Omar Abdullah commented, “If the mandate is against the BJP, they should accept it gracefully,” reinforcing the call for respect toward the electoral outcome.

The atmosphere in Jammu and Kashmir is tense yet hopeful, as Congress leader Suhail Bukhari noted, “Early trends are positive and we believe they will improve.” Security measures have been heightened at counting centers due to the region's history of unrest, ensuring a peaceful counting process.

As the counting continues, both states present a narrative of shifting political landscapes. In Haryana, the BJP's slight edge may yet solidify its power, while in Jammu and Kashmir, the potential for a decisive shift away from BJP dominance could reshape the region's political future. The results, expected to clarify as the day progresses, will not only influence state governance but also set the tone for national political dynamics.