PM Modi humbled by resounding victories in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand

“I am overjoyed that BJP has received unprecedented support from all sections of society. Huge support from the youth is gladdening,” said the Prime Minister. “I thank people of UP from bottom of my heart. This historic victory of BJP is for development and good governance.”

Meanwhile, BJP produced a stupendous performance in the hill state of Uttarakhand, winning a staggering 50 seats as of now while leading in seven seats in the 70-seat assembly. PM Modi was equally effusive in his praise for the party’s performance in Uttarakhand. “Victory in Uttarakhand is special; I assure people of the state that BJP will serve them with dedication.”

The BJP has more than doubled its vote share in UP to close to 40 per cent since the last assembly elections though there is a slight drop since the Lok Sabha polls of 2014. The BJP did even better in the neighbouring Uttarakhand
with over 46 per cent vote share, though down from nearly 56 per cent in the 2014 Lok Sabha polls.

With inputs from PTI

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