India's Second Phase of General Election Sees Lower Voter Turnout Amid Intense Campaigning

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and opposition parties intensify their campaign efforts, focusing on communal issues and economic promises as voter participation dips.

• The second phase of India's general election witnessed a 61% voter turnout, a decline from previous phases.
• Prime Minister Modi targets a third term, emphasizing economic achievements and Hindu nationalism.
• Opposition parties, led by Congress, counter with promises of more affirmative action and criticize Modi's governance as autocratic.
• Heatwaves and social events like weddings are cited as factors affecting voter turnout.
• Campaign rhetoric heats up with accusations of religious favoritism and economic mismanagement.

14 Articles

NDTV The Guardian Al Jazeera CNA mint mint mint RFI NDTV Deutsche Welle Associated Press Baltimore Sun mint NDTV