Ishtiyaq Kar
Srinagar, June 05 (KNS): In a crucial meeting held in Delhi, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) unanimously named Narendra Modi as the leader of the alliance.
This crucial meeting, which saw participation from all NDA parties, underscored the collective endorsement of Modi’s leadership as they prepare to form the new government.
Sources confirmed to news agency KNS that all NDA leaders handed over letters of support to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), signaling their unanimous backing of Modi.
The meeting was marked by expressions of satisfaction over the election results, with leaders celebrating the number of seats won.
The NDA, having secured an absolute majority in the Lok Sabha elections with 292 seats, is poised to form the government.
The BJP emerged as the single largest party, securing 240 seats and solidifying its dominant position in Indian politics. Despite this triumph, the Congress-led INDIA bloc proved to be a formidable opposition, winning 234 seats.
Sources aware of the developments said that the NDA is set to stake its claim for forming the government on Friday.
NDA leaders acknowledged the complexity of government formation, emphasizing the need for careful coordination.
On June 7, NDA MPs will convene to elect Narendra Modi as their leader, reinforcing his leadership ahead of the formal claim.
In a pivotal move, TDP unequivocally endorsed Prime Minister Modi's leadership, dispelling any speculations about alternative leadership within the NDA.
"It does take time for government formation, and we have decided to stake our claim on Friday," said an NDA leader, stressing the importance of thorough preparation.
The series of meetings and endorsements highlight the unity within the NDA as it prepares to establish the new government.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Following the NDA MPs' meeting on June 7, Modi will meet President Droupadi Murmu.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP President JP Nadda will discuss government formation with the allies, sources said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, "Congratulations to PM Modi on being unanimously elected as the leader of the NDA. The last 10 years stand out as an era of large-scale development and welfare under the visionary leadership of Modi Ji. The NDA is firmly committed to serving the nation and its people with renewed strength and momentum."
In related developments, President Droupadi Murmu dissolved the 17th Lok Sabha on Wednesday, following the advice of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Cabinet. The decision, made during a Cabinet meeting, recommended the immediate dissolution of the current Lok Sabha.
The President subsequently accepted this advice and signed the order. "The President has accepted the advice of the Cabinet on 05.06.2024 and signed the Order dissolving the 17th Lok Sabha, in exercise of the powers conferred upon her by Sub-clause (b) of Clause (2) of Article 85 of the Constitution," stated the official communique from Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Meanwhile as per the sources the swearing-in ceremony for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term is expected to take place on the evening of June 8 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
During this ceremony, new cabinet members will also be sworn in, marking the official start of the new government.
The meeting at Prime Minister Modi’s residence focused on strategies for forming the new government and setting the agenda for the upcoming administration.
Insiders report that NDA allies are actively seeking prominent portfolios in the new cabinet.(KNS)