As the second phase of the Indian elections commences, voters from 13 states are casting their ballots to elect representatives for 88 seats in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s Parliament. The initial phase, held on April 19 across 102 constituencies spanning 21 states and union territories, set the stage for this crucial democratic process.

Anticipation surrounds the announcement of results, scheduled after the final phase of voting concludes on June 1. Due to legal restrictions, exit poll data cannot be released until then, maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. Formal counting is set to commence on June 4, with electronic voting machines facilitating swift tallying, promising timely results on the same day.

For Prime Minister Modi and the BJP, securing a historic third term remains a focal point, akin to Jawaharlal Nehru’s achievement. While the BJP commands significant influence in Hindi-speaking regions, their endeavor to expand into eastern and southern territories poses challenges. Notably, Kerala emerges as a critical battleground, with all 20 seats up for grabs, highlighting the party's strategic maneuvers in diverse regions.