New York: The world’s largest democratic election could also be one of its most consequential.
With a population of over 1.4 billion people and close to 970 million voters, India’s general election pits Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an avowed Hindu nationalist, against a broad alliance of opposition parties that are struggling to play catch up.
“As India gears up for its forthcoming elections, there’s a prevailing confidence in the prospects of the ruling BJP, setting the stage for Prime Minister Modi’s likely third term in office. This anticipation extends beyond India’s borders, drawing attention from global observers, including neighboring nations and major powers like the United States and China,” Farwa Aamer, Director of South Asia Initiatives at the Asia Society Policy Institute said.
“Prime Minister Modi’s adept diplomacy, his administration’s leadership in forums, notably the G20, and India’s rising economic potential have remarkably elevated India’s stature on the world stage. Many nations in the Global South seem to favor another term under PM Modi’s leadership, while the current Biden administration in the United States also sees promise in his reelection. This optimism stems from the significant strides made in enhancing strategic, economic, and defense partnerships between India and the U.S. in recent times.”
