Opinion
Modi’s magic is fading fast. Who’s next for India?
The prime minister’s fading halo can no longer keep people distracted from everyday issues such as high unemployment in cities and depressed incomes in villages. The question now is, “After Modi, who?”
Andy MukherjeeWhoever becomes India’s next prime minister, the message from voters to financial markets is clear: “We have moved on from Narendra Modi. When will you?”
With more than 90 per cent of votes counted, it is almost certain that Modi’s Hindu right-wing Bharatiya Janata Party will fall short of a majority in the 543-member parliament. However, the BJP will still return to power with the help of coalition partners, unless there is an even bigger upset.
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