"As nearly 174 million voters headed to the polling stations on Thursday to elect more than 290 legislators, Modi appealed to people to exercise their franchise in large numbers."
"The BJP did not field any Muslim candidate in Assam, where the community constitutes more than 34 percent of the state's population."
"In the southern state of Kerala, parties opposed to the BJP are set to win. Power in Kerala has traditionally alternated between alliances led by the Indian National Congress and the communist parties."
"In Puducherry, a small federal territory, the BJP is relying on a coalition for support."
Voting occurred in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, with West Bengal and Tamil Nadu voting later. Approximately 174 million voters participated to elect over 290 legislators. Modi encouraged high voter turnout, emphasizing youth and women. While state elections do not directly impact federal stability, they reflect voter sentiment towards the ruling coalition. The BJP aims to retain power in Assam, targeting Bengali-origin Muslims, while facing challenges in Kerala, where opposition parties are expected to win. In Puducherry, the BJP relies on a coalition for support.
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