BJP Wins Haryana Elections, Defying Predictions

The BJP achieved a significant victory in the 2024 Haryana Assembly elections, winning 48 out of 90 seats, defying anti-incumbency and exit poll predictions. This success is attributed to strategic candidate replacements, consolidation of non-Jat votes, particularly from the OBC community, and effective election management by leaders like Dharmendra Pradhan. Meanwhile, the Congress faced criticism for over-reliance on Bhupinder Singh Hooda and failing to broaden its appeal beyond the Jat community. Bhupinder Singh Hooda, despite winning his constituency, is under scrutiny for the party's overall performance and internal rifts, while Vinesh Phogat won in Julana as a Congress candidate. Civic issues in regions like Gurgaon did not hinder BJP's performance, which was supported by strategic candidate changes and outreach efforts.