The year 2024 was packed with exciting events in India. From major elections to cricket victories, India had both memorable and challenging moments.
Biggest Event: Lok Sabha Elections
India held its Lok Sabha elections in 2024. This is a big event where people vote to choose their government. The elections took place in seven phases from April 19 to June 1, and over 640 million votes were cast. On June 4, the results showed the BJP-led NDA winning a historic third term with 293 seats, while the opposing INDIA bloc won 234 seats. Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first leader since Jawaharlal Nehru to serve three consecutive terms.
State Elections
In addition to the national elections, states like Haryana, Maharashtra, and others held their elections. The BJP surprised many by winning in Haryana and Maharashtra, despite expectations of an anti-incumbency wave. In Odisha, the BJP claimed victory, ending the BJD’s long rule. The INDIA bloc did well in Jharkhand. Jammu and Kashmir also held its first elections since 2014, with the National Conference winning.
Opposition Leaders Arrested
Two chief ministers were arrested in 2024. Delhi’s Arvind Kejriwal was taken into custody due to a money-laundering case, while Jharkhand’s Hemant Soren spent months in jail before getting bail.
India and China Solve Border Issues
After years of conflict, India and China finally made progress on their long-standing border issues with an agreement on October 21.
Cricket Triumph
India’s cricket team celebrated a huge win by lifting the T20 World Cup, ending an 11-year wait for an ICC trophy.
Young Chess Champion
Gukesh Dommaraju made history by becoming the youngest chess world champion at just 18 years old, beating the reigning champion in December.
2024 Paris Olympics
India had a mixed performance at the Paris Olympics, winning six medals – one silver and five bronzes. Neeraj Chopra won silver in javelin, while Manu Bhaker won two bronze medals in shooting.
Tragic Incident in Kolkata
A tragic incident involving the rape and murder of a female doctor in Kolkata raised concerns about women’s safety, sparking nationwide protests by doctors.
Farewells to Notable Figures
India lost several important personalities, including industrialist Ratan Tata and legendary musicians.
Celebrity Wedding
The wedding of Akash Ambani and Radhika Merchant was a star-studded event, costing around ₹5,000 crore and attended by many celebrities.
In summary, 2024 was a year of significant achievements and challenging events for India, shaping the country’s future.
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