The Jharkhand Assembly elections have witnessed a stunning outcome as the Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) alliance, part of the INDIA bloc, is making a remarkable comeback. After an initial lag in the early rounds, the alliance is now leading in over 50 of the 81 seats in the state assembly. On the other hand, the BJP-led NDA, which started with a substantial lead, is now leading in just 26 seats.
Vote counting began at 8 AM today, and it is expected to wrap up in a few hours. The JMM contested 41 seats in the 81-member assembly, with its allies—Congress (30 seats), Rashtriya Janata Dal (6), and the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) (4)—filling the remaining seats. The BJP fought 68 seats, with its allies, including the All Jharkhand Students Union (AJSU) (10 seats), Janata Dal (United) (2 seats), and the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (1 seat).
Live Updates from Jharkhand Assembly Election Results 2024:
Nov 23, 2024, 19:56
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren shares heartfelt moments with his family after his impressive win. The celebrations come as the INDIA bloc secures a substantial mandate.
Nov 23, 2024, 19:33
The INDIA bloc, comprising the JMM, Congress, CPI (ML), and RJD, has claimed 54 seats, with the alliance leading in two additional constituencies.
Nov 23, 2024, 19:17
BJP’s Himanta Biswa Sarma congratulates Hemant Soren for the “impressive” victory, expressing confidence in the state’s development under his leadership.
Nov 23, 2024, 19:06
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge congratulates the INDIA alliance, saying the people of Jharkhand have rejected divisive politics and have prioritized issues related to rights, land, and forests.
Nov 23, 2024, 19:00
Rahul Gandhi expresses gratitude to the people of Jharkhand for their support, calling the victory a win for the protection of natural resources and the Constitution.
Nov 23, 2024, 18:31
Hemant Soren’s wife, who contested from Gandey, praises the people of Jharkhand for their faith in the JMM, noting that the party will continue to work hard for the state’s progress.
Nov 23, 2024, 18:27
JMM workers celebrate the party’s victory in the state with posters and slogans honoring CM Hemant Soren.
Nov 23, 2024, 18:23
Despite losing the election, BJP secured the largest vote share in Jharkhand at 33.26%, while the JMM’s share stands at 23.42%.
Nov 23, 2024, 18:14
Hemant Soren addresses his supporters after the JMM-led alliance’s victory, emphasizing that the results reflect the people’s trust in the party. He also acknowledges the congratulatory message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Nov 23, 2024, 17:45
BJP’s Himanta Biswa Sarma calls the loss in Jharkhand “deeply painful” and vows to stand by the party’s workers, despite the defeat. He expresses gratitude for their hard work and dedication.
Nov 23, 2024, 17:40
The Jharkhand Assembly elections have ended in a decisive victory for the JMM-led INDIA alliance. With over half of the seats secured, Hemant Soren’s leadership continues to steer the state away from the influence of the BJP-led NDA, which had earlier led in the early rounds of counting.
