In the latest updates on the Assembly Election Results 2024, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a landslide victory in Arunachal Pradesh, while the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) is set for a second term in Sikkim. Voting took place on April 19 for 60 assembly seats in Arunachal Pradesh and 32 seats in Sikkim.
Arunachal Pradesh Results
The BJP has reclaimed power in Arunachal Pradesh for the third consecutive term, winning 34 of the 60 assembly seats. Notably, Chief Minister Pema Khandu was one of the 10 BJP candidates who won unopposed. BJP’s Hayeng Mangfi won the Chayangtajo seat, defeating Congress’s Kompu Dolo by 6,685 votes. Other significant wins include BJP’s Tesam Pongte and Wanglin Lowangdong securing victories in Changlang North and Borduria Bogapani constituencies, respectively.
Sikkim Results
In Sikkim, the SKM, led by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang, has won 18 seats, surpassing their previous victory in 2019 where they ended the 25-year rule of the SDF by winning 17 seats. Tamang expressed confidence in securing a second term, citing the party’s dedicated work for the betterment of Sikkim. SKM’s Samdup Lepcha won the Lachen Mangan constituency, while P S Tamang secured the Rhenock seat, defeating SDF’s Som Nath Poudyal by 7,044 votes.
Reactions and Statements
Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang attributed SKM’s success to their hard work and commitment to the people of Sikkim. Meanwhile, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu extended his wishes to BJP leaders as the party celebrated its substantial victory.
Key Results Summary
– Arunachal Pradesh: BJP – 34 seats, Independent – 1 seat (Khonsa East)
– Sikkim: SKM – 18 seats, Leading in 15 others
As the final results are declared, both states witness significant victories for their respective ruling parties, underscoring their continuing political influence in the region.
