Millions of Indians have voted in the sixth round of elections on May 25th, 2024
Preliminary results show Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party in the lead
Professor Kathinka Frøystad from the University of Oslo highlights the logistical challenges of conducting an election with 970 million eligible voters in India
Modi is a favorite to win re-election, but has faced criticism for his economic policies and authoritarian tendencies
The main opposition is a coalition led by the secular Congress party, aiming to unseat Modi
The election has focused on economic issues and the preservation of India’s cultural heritage
Modi’s leadership represents a Hindu nationalist agenda, raising questions about India’s identity as a secular democracy
The election results are expected to be announced on June 4th, shaping the future of India’s political landscape
