The 2024 Haryana Assembly elections have concluded, and the results are beginning to emerge. In the Hodal constituency, a closely contested race has been observed between the Indian National Congress (INC) candidate Udai Bhan and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Harinder Singh.
As of the latest updates, INC's Udai Bhan is leading over BJP's Harinder Singh by a margin of 1919 votes. This development has come as a surprise to many, given the historical trends in the constituency. In the 2019 elections, BJP's Jagdish Nayar had won against Udai Bhan of INC by a margin of 3,387 votes.
The voter turnout in Hodal for the 2024 elections stood at 72.02%, which is higher than the 68.33% recorded in 2019. This increased participation could be attributed to the keen interest shown by voters in this year's elections.
The Hodal constituency has been a battleground for both parties, with several candidates vying for the seat. Besides Udai Bhan and Harinder Singh, other notable candidates include Manohar from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Satveer from the Jannayak Janta Party (JJP), and Sunil Kumar from the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD).
The BJP has campaigned on a platform of good governance, merit-based jobs, and welfare schemes for farmers. In contrast, the opposition Congress has attacked the incumbent government on issues like unemployment, farmer distress, and inflation.
The results of the Haryana Assembly elections will serve as a crucial litmus test for both parties. The BJP seeks to secure a third consecutive term in power, while the Congress aims to stage a comeback after 10 years out of office.
The counting of votes for all 90 constituencies in Haryana began at 8 AM on October 8, 2024. The state has witnessed fierce battles, including family rivalries, with several high-profile contests unfolding across different regions.
The final outcome of the Hodal constituency will be a significant indicator of how well each party has performed in this election. As the counting continues, voters and political analysts alike are eagerly awaiting the results to understand the future trajectory of Haryana's politics.
