NDA elects Narendra Modi its leader

New Delhi, Jun 5: 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 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.
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.”