‘Trust In Vision Of People-Centric Development’: PM Modi Thanks Voters As BJP Sweeps Maharashtra And Arunachal Pradesh Local Elections

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to the people of Maharashtra and Arunachal Pradesh for their overwhelming support in the recently concluded local body elections. While in Maharashtra, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the single largest party, in Arunachal Pradesh, the BJP secured 170 out of 245 Zilla Parishad Member seats, proving the strong presence of the party in the state.

In Maharashtra, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has won 215 municipal councils, with the BJP securing 129 seats. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis attributed this victory to the party's development agenda and the hard work of BJP workers, saying, “We fought the polls on the development plank, and people have shown their trust in our vision.”

In Arunachal Pradesh, the BJP's victory is seen as a thumping mandate for development. CM Pema Khandu hailed the party's win as a reflection of the public's trust in Prime Minister Modi's leadership and the BJP-led government's development-oriented governance. The BJP has secured 170 out of 245 Zilla Parishad Member seats, with the party's strong grassroots presence being a key factor in its success.

PM Modi's Reaction

PM Modi took to X to express his gratitude to the voters and supporters of the BJP in both states. 

Reacting to a post of CM Fadnavis on X, PM Modi wrote, "Maharashtra stands firmly with development! Grateful to the people of Maharashtra for blessing the BJP and Mahayuti in the Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections. This reflects trust in our vision of people-centric development. We remain committed to working with renewed energy to fulfil the aspirations of every citizen across the state. I laud the BJP and Mahayuti Karyakartas for their hardwork at the grassroots.”

In another post, he stated, “The people of Arunachal Pradesh show unwavering support for the politics of good governance! I thank the people of Arunachal Pradesh for the affection they have shown towards the BJP. This strengthens our resolve to keep working for the state’s transformation. I appreciate the BJP Karyakartas for working tirelessly among the people.”

The BJP's sweeping wins in Maharashtra and Arunachal Pradesh local body elections outlined its expanding influence across India, showcasing the party's growing grassroots presence and appeal. With PM Modi's vision of people-centric development resonating with voters, the BJP has solidified its position as a dominant force in Indian politics.