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LUCKNOW: In a stunning setback to NDA in UP, SP-Congress combine won 43 Lok Sabha seats, restricting BJP and its allies to just 36 which was a loss of.
BSP's disastrous performance in losing core Jatav voters, led by Mayawati, indicates a setback in post-poll power aspirations.
SP's 'social engineering' strategy united Dalits, specifically Jatavs, breaking traditional voting patterns in UP.
Business in Berhampur took a backseat on Tuesday as some traders in Bada Bazar, the wholesale market, shut down their shutters on counting day. The slow business was attributed to intense heat and the reduced footfall in the market due to the counting of votes. A trader in Bada Bazar area mentioned closing the shop due to these factors. Recent articles on similar topics include celebrations of Lucknow's Bada Mangal festival and concerns of traders in Mundera Mandi and North Goa related to vote counting.
Indian industry leaders express confidence in the economy's resilience despite the NDA-BJP government's unexpected outcome without an absolute majority. They anticipate policy continuity but caution about potential hurdles due to a stronger opposition and diverse political ideologies. The focus may shift to consumption, welfare schemes, and rural sectors. Stability is crucial for reforms, but the BJP's shortfall could complicate passing contentious reforms. However, the economy's growth agenda is expected to continue, with an emphasis on inclusivity and job creation.