On PM Modi’s Turf, Varanasi Election Brings Setback for BJP After 49-Hour Counting Battle

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh: A closely contested election in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s parliamentary constituency, has brought fresh attention to the political battle between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Samajwadi Party (SP). The counting process reportedly continued for nearly 49 hours, turning the contest into a prolonged political battle. The election has attracted attention because of Varanasi’s political significance and its association with the Prime Minister. The result is being viewed in the context of Uttar Pradesh’s broader political landscape ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. However, Legislative Council elections involve a different electorate from Assembly elections, so the outcome should not be treated as a direct prediction of the next Assembly election. The contest highlights the importance of local political dynamics and the challenges political parties face even in constituencies with strong political significance. Source: The Indian Express