India’s Lok Sabha elections of 2024 have commenced, marking the start of the world’s largest poll as the country embarks on a historic voting process. Nearly one billion citizens are eligible to cast their ballots in this election, with voting set to take place over seven days and end on June 1st. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking a rare third consecutive term in power, while several key opposition parties, including the Congress, have formed alliances in many states to challenge his party.
Major issues at stake include a severe jobs crisis, escalating prices, a crackdown on dissent, and religion politics. The outcome of these elections will be announced on June 4th and will shape the future of India for years to come. The global community has taken notice of these elections due to their scale and significance in shaping the political landscape of one of the world’s largest democracies. As Indians take pride in their democratic values and participation in the electoral process, all eyes are on this crucial election that will determine the direction of the country’s governance.