Modi’s B.J.P. Wins West Bengal State Election for the First Time
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, won legislative elections in West Bengal, a state where it had never previously come close to ruling.
- This victory ends 15 years of governance by Mamata Banerjee, a prominent critic of Modi, marking a significant political shift in the state.
- The BJP secured approximately 208 out of 294 seats, a dramatic increase from only three seats won a decade ago.
- The Trinamool Congress, Banerjee’s party, saw a substantial collapse in support, contributing to the BJP's landmark success.
