BJP owes its victory in MP as much to CM Chouhan as to PM Modi. Under siege from within in his fourth term, he showed no insecurity and maintained grace. If at all, it made him more focused and confident. Young at 64, Chouhan is set to cross many milestones.
Results vindicate Modi’s popularity, reaffirm Congress’ inability to beat BJP in direct contests in North India
The elections vindicate PM Modi’s enduring popularity. He is stronger toward the end of his second term than he was at any point in his first. They also reaffirm Congress incapability to beat BJP in direct contests in North India. Its failure is a telling commentary on its politics, governance.