The much awaited results

The election results have been astounding. Tamil Nadu has delivered a stunning verdict, defying most exit poll predictions. Actor-politician C. Joseph Vijay, has led his newly formed party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, to a remarkable victory, marking a significant shift in the State’s political landscape. This electoral outcome reflects the electorate’s desire for change, where there is a willingness to embrace new leadership. While the mandate is decisive, it also brings high expectations. With the elections behind him, expectations now shift to Mr. Vijay’s ability to turn campaign promises into tangible results.

Y.R.M. Rao,

Chennai

For decades, West Bengal has stood as a stark reminder of how political violence can become institutionalised. From the long years of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) to the rule of the All India Trinamool Congress, governance often operated under a shadow of intimidation, cadre dominance, and systemic coercion. What has unfolded was not merely an electoral loss; it was public repudiation of a political culture that many Bengalis had grown weary of.

The people are expecting a transformation in governance — one that ensures safety, dismantles entrenched corruption and restores faith in public institutions.

Arvind Dinkar Tapkire,

Mumbai

There is no denying that the BJP’s victory was facilitated by the ‘SIR effect’ which disenfranchised lakhs of their constitutional right. When such a significant section of the electorate is silenced, the foundation of the mandate is hit.

Adrian David,

Chennai

The results of the five elections show that once free and fair conditions are created for voting, voters are incentivised to express their opinion fearlessly. One must congratulate the Election Commission of India for conducting the polls well notwithstanding the SIR controversies.

Rajib Sarma,

Guwahati, Assam