Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India has claimed a historic third win in a row in the country’s parliamentary elections.
However, his ruling alliance appears to have failed to win a large majority as projected before the polls.
His BJP-led alliance is leading in more than 290 of 543 seats up for grabs, well short of their target of 400.
In his first remarks since the election, though, the prime minister was keen to stress his historic third victory.
“I bow to the people for this affection and assure them that we will continue the good work done in the last decade to keep fulfilling the aspirations of people,” he said on X.
Speaking to supporters later, he described his victory as “the biggest in the world” and said he was “very very happy today”.
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