Page 6 - Seniorstoday Aug 2024 Issue
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Cover Story
The Winner is…
The Indian Voter! Image courtesy: bbc.com
The 2024 Lok Sabha election has emerged as a landmark event in India’s
political landscape. While the BJP clinched another victory, it was far
from a total triumph. Similarly, the Congress-INDIA coalition celebrated
significant gains, but their win was not absolute. In truth, the real victor
of this election was the Indian voter. This electorate, more mature and
discerning than ever, has sent a clear message: the days of rhetoric and
grandstanding are over. Both the ruling party and the Opposition now
bear the responsibility of ensuring effective governance, where strength
in numbers is no longer a guarantee of success, but rather a call to greater
accountability and cooperation.
By Vickram Sethi
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