As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections enter their final stages, NDTV‘s special ‘Battleground‘ series has been providing crucial insights into the electoral landscape.

According to the news channel, in the series finale, Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar joined Editor-in-Chief Sanjay Pugalia for a candid conversation, offering his predictions on the BJP’s performance in the upcoming polls.

Dr. Jaishankar expressed optimism about the BJP’s prospects, citing pro-incumbency sentiments in several states and growing support in non-traditional strongholds. He confidently stated that the party would surpass its 2019 tally, emphasizing the positive trend in its favor.

While refraining from speculating on specific numbers, Dr. Jaishankar highlighted the solid support base and indicated an increase in the BJP’s tally, particularly in states like Bengal, Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh.

Addressing concerns about regional issues impacting the BJP’s prospects, Dr. Jaishankar emphasized that voters ultimately base their decisions on their belief in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.

The ‘Battleground’ finale also featured insights from prominent figures such as Teamlease Services Vice Chairman Manish Sabharwal and former IMF Executive Director Surjit Bhalla. Bhalla expressed confidence in the ruling party’s record-breaking performance, suggesting a tally of “350” seats for the BJP. He emphasized the unprecedented progress witnessed in the last decade and dismissed notions of a “wave-less election,” citing the potential for a significant BJP vote share.

Manish Sabharwal highlighted the transformative changes India has undergone in the past 25 years, emphasizing the shift towards prosperity alongside democracy.

NDTV‘s ‘Battleground‘ series has provided invaluable analysis and perspectives on the 2024 elections, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the electoral dynamics and potential outcomes as the country approaches the final rounds of voting.