MP Election Results Highlights: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan wins from Vidisha by over 800,000 votes

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MP Election 2024 Highlights: Vidisha loses to Madhya Pradesh chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan by more than 800,000 votes

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the former chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, won Vidisha by an overwhelming 800,000 votes. Pratapbhanu Sharma of the Congress finished in second place.

MP Election Results Live: PM Modi's leadership will propel India towards development, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Former Madhya Pradesh CM and BJP's frontrunner for the Vidisha Lok Sabha seat, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, expresses gratitude to the people, equating service to them as a form of worship. He vows to continue serving them as long as he lives, attributing the overwhelming support to their faith in PM Modi. Chouhan predicts BJP's victory on all 29 seats in MP and anticipates NDA's third consecutive win with over 300 seats, asserting PM Modi's leadership will propel India towards development.

MP Election Results Live: Congress leader Digvijaya Singh congratulates Mallikarjun Kharge

Congress leader Digvijaya Singh congratulates Mallikarjun Kharge for the Congress party's commendable performance under his leadership. Singh predicts that the BJP will not secure a majority, anticipating internal discord within the party. However, Singh expresses disappointment regarding the Rajgarh Lok Sabha seat's polling outcome, acknowledging that only half of the counting is completed and awaits further developments. As per the latest Election Commission of India (ECI) trends, Singh is trailing from the seat by a margin of 1,05,275 votes, with counting still in progress.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Virendra Kumar Secures Tikamgarh Seat with Commanding Lead of Over 7 Lakh Votes

In a decisive victory, BJP's Virendra Kumar emerged triumphant in the Tikamgarh constituency, garnering an impressive tally of over 7 lakh votes, as per the latest election results. Kumar's win was marked by a significant lead of 403,312 votes over his closest competitor, Khuman alias Pankaj Ahirwar of the Indian National Congress.

MP Election Results Live: Shivraj Singh Chouhan Leads by Over 7.2 Lakh Votes in Sixth Parliamentary Run from Vidisha

Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and seasoned BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan is surging ahead in his sixth bid for the parliamentary seat from Vidisha, boasting a commanding lead of 7,29,789 votes, as confirmed by the Election Commission of India.

Chouhan's primary contender for the seat is Pratap Bhanu Sharma, a former Lok Sabha MP and prominent Congress figure. Vidisha has long been recognized as a stronghold for Chouhan, where he has clinched victories in the Lok Sabha elections of 1991, 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2004, consistently facing off against Congress rivals.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Shankar Lalwani Secures Indore Seat with Overwhelming 12 Lakh Votes

In a resounding victory, BJP's Shankar Lalwani clinched the Indore seat, amassing an impressive tally of over 12 lakh votes, as confirmed by the latest election results. Lalwani's triumph was marked by a staggering lead of 10 lakh votes over his closest competitor, Sanjay S/O Lakshman Solanki of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP).

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Vishnu Datt Sharma maintains a commanding lead in Khajuraho

In the latest update from Khajuraho's electoral race, Bharatiya Janata Party's Vishnu Datt Sharma maintains a commanding lead with 738,879 votes, as per the most recent tally. Trailing behind is Congress candidate Kamlesh Kumar, with 220,988 votes, needing a substantial 517,891 votes to bridge the gap and potentially overtake Sharma's lead.

Meanwhile, R. B. Prajapati of the Bahujan Samaj Party has garnered 48,599 votes as of 3 PM, according to official figures.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Savitri Thakur Holds Strong Lead in Ratlam Electoral Contest

As of the latest update in Ratlam's electoral race, BJP's Savitri Thakur maintains a commanding lead with 759,285 votes, according to the most recent count. Trailing behind is Congress candidate Radheshyam Muvel, with 552,689 votes, needing 206,596 votes to bridge the gap and potentially surpass Thakur's lead.

Meanwhile, Dhumsingh Mandloi Machhar of the Bahujan Samaj Party has secured 14,404 votes as of 3 PM, as per official figures.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Anita Nagarsingh Chouhan Leads Ratlam Electoral Battle

In the latest update from Ratlam, BJP's Anita Nagarsingh Chouhan maintains a substantial lead with 771,299 votes, as per the latest tally. Chasing behind is Congress candidate Kantilal Bhuria, with 564,301 votes, needing 206,998 votes to bridge the gap and potentially surpass Chouhan's lead.

Meanwhile, according to official figures, Bahujan Samaj Party's Engineer Balusingh Gamad has secured 52,346 votes as of 3 PM.

MP Election Results Live: Mahendra Singh Solanky Holds Firm Lead in Dewas

BJP's Mahendra Singh Solanky maintains a dominant position with 915,333 votes, as per the latest count. Chasing behind is Congress candidate Rajendra Radhakishan Malviya, with 495,498 votes, needing 419,835 votes to bridge the gap and potentially catch up to Solanky.
Meanwhile, Bahujan Samaj Party's Rajendrasingh Chokhutiya has garnered 10,989 votes as of 12:23 PM, according to official statistics.

MP Election Results Live: Jyotiraditya Scindia secures early victory in Guna

In a testament to the enduring legacy of the Scindia family in Madhya Pradesh's Guna, Jyotiraditya Scindia secures an early victory in the Lok Sabha Constituency.

According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), Scindia's triumph in Guna appears imminent, with a significant margin separating him from his competitors. With over 8.46 lakh votes in his favor, Scindia leads with a commanding margin of 4.8 lakh votes. In stark contrast, the Congress candidate, Rao Yadavendra Singh Yadav, trails far behind, garnering just over 3.5 lakh votes.

MP Election Results Live: Nation's Commitment To Safeguarding Constitution Remains Strong, says MP Congress president Jitu Patwari

In the latest update on the Ujjain electoral race, Bharatiya Janata Party's Anil Firojiya maintains a strong lead with 534,770 votes, as per the most recent tally. Trailing behind is Congress candidate Mahesh Parmar with 276,655 votes, requiring a substantial 258,115 votes to bridge the gap and potentially surpass Firojiya's lead.

Meanwhile, Bahujan Samaj Party's Prakash Chouhan has garnered 5,826 votes as of 12:23 PM, according to official figures.

MP Election Results Live: Nation's Commitment To Safeguarding Constitution Remains Strong, says MP Congress president Jitu Patwari

MP Congress president Jitu Patwari responds to exit poll outcomes, reaffirming dedication to the constitution. He states, "The predicted '400 paar' for NDA by exit polls has proven inaccurate, shattering illusions. The nation's commitment to safeguarding the constitution remains strong... With 5-10 seats in the state showing margins of around 7-8 thousand votes, clarity in the picture will emerge by evening."

MP Election Results Live: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed confidence in the NDA's victory

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed confidence in the NDA's victory, projecting 295 seats under Prime Minister Modi's leadership. While these numbers are based on the first five rounds of counting, Yadav anticipates a total of 18-20 rounds. He lauded the achievement as remarkable, highlighting the prospect of Prime Minister Modi forming a government for the third consecutive term.

MP Election Results Live: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia is set to regain the Guna seat

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia is set to regain the Guna seat, leading by a margin of 1,26,168 votes over his closest competitor, Congress candidate Yadvendra Rao Deshraj Singh. Scindia had previously lost this family bastion in 2019.

MP Election Results Live: BJP candidate Shankar Lalwani is leading by 9 lakh votes in Indore

BJP candidate Shankar Lalwani is leading by 9 lakh votes in Indore, while 1.63 lakh voters have chosen NOTA (None of the Above). The Congress, supported by other parties of the INDIA bloc, encouraged voters to select the NOTA option after their candidate defected to the BJP on polling day.

On May 10, the Congress organized a silent march wearing black armbands and conducted a door-to-door campaign, placing posters on walls and auto-rickshaws to promote their message. Indore city Congress president Surjeet Chaddha told The Hindu that the party aimed to secure about 3.5 to 4 lakh NOTA votes.

MP Election Results Live: The seats of BJP have significantly reduced, says Kamal Nath

Senior Congress leader Kamal Nath says, "The trends for the INDIA alliance are very good... I accept the decision of the people of Chhindwara... The seats of BJP have significantly reduced..."

MP Election Results Live: The results will also be in favour of BJP, says Sadhvi Pragya Singh

BJP MP and leader Sadhvi Pragya Singh says, "We are forming the government for the third time...The trends are in favour of BJP...The results will also be in favour of BJP...Based on 10 years of governance of BJP government, the public has chosen BJP again..."

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Sandhya Ray leading with a strong count

In the latest update on the electoral race in Bhind, the Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate, Sandhya Ray, is leading with a strong count of 295553 votes, according to the latest tally. In pursuit is the Congress candidate, Phool Singh Baraiya, who is trailing with 281240 votes and needs an additional 14313 votes to bridge the gap and potentially surpass RAY's lead.

Additionally, the Bahujan Samaj Party's candidate, Devashish Jarariya, has secured 10464 votes as of 12:23 PM, based on official figures.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Alok Sharma leads with 329832 votes

In the latest update on the electoral race in Bhopal, Alok Sharma of the Bharatiya Janata Party maintains a commanding lead with 329832 votes according to the most recent tally. In pursuit is the Congress candidate, Arun Shrivastava, trailing with 193933 votes. Shrivastava would need a substantial 135899 votes to bridge the gap and potentially overtake Sharma’s lead.

Meanwhile, Bhanu Pratap Singh of the Bahujan Samaj Party has garnered 4362 votes as of 12:25 PM, according to official figures.

MP Election Results Live: Bharti Pardhi maintains a commanding lead with 372,581 votes

In the latest update on the electoral race in Balaghat, the Bharatiya Janata Party's Bharti Pardhi maintains a commanding lead with 372,581 votes, according to the most recent tally. Trailing behind is Congress candidate Samrat Ashok Singh Saraswar with 291,853 votes, needing a significant 80,728 votes to close the gap and potentially overtake Pardhi's lead.

Meanwhile, Kankar Munjare of the Bahujan Samaj Party has secured 18,659 votes as of 12 PM, according to official figures.

MP Election Results Live: Concerns regarding EVMs

Congress leader and Rajgarh Lok Sabha seat candidate, Digvijaya Singh, raised concerns regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), stating that "The seal of the EVM did not match at two polling stations..."

MP Election Results Live: Shivraj Singh Chouhan maintains a commanding lead with 397,836 votes

In the latest update on the electoral race in Vidisha, the Bharatiya Janata Party's Shivraj Singh Chouhan maintains a commanding lead with 397,836 votes, as per the most recent tally. In pursuit is the Congress candidate, Pratapbhanu Sharma, trailing significantly with 99,306 votes, requiring a substantial 298,530 votes to bridge the gap and potentially overtake Chouhan's lead.

Meanwhile, Kishan Lal Ladiya of the Bahujan Samaj Party has garnered a modest 3,798 votes as of 11:40 am, according to official figures.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Rahul Singh Lodhi leads against INC's Tarbar Singh Lodhi

BJP's Rahul Singh Lodhi leading against Tarbar Singh Lodhi of INC.

BJP's Rahul Singh Lodhi leads against INC's Tarbar Singh Lodhi in the Damoh Lok Sabha constituency of Madhya Pradesh, a long-standing BJP stronghold categorized as a general category parliamentary seat. This constituency comprises parts of Chhatarpur, Sagar, and the entire Damoh district.

Rahul Singh Lodhi, aged 40 and with a 12th-grade education, is listed as an agriculturist, warehouse operator, and ex-MLA in the election affidavit filed with the Election Commission of India, as analyzed by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Damoh constituency voted in Phase 2 of the 2024 Lok Sabha election on April 26, 2024, and the counting of votes is underway on June 4, 2024.

MP Election Results Live: CM Mohan Yadav expresses satisfaction

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav expresses satisfaction, stating, "I am pleased that the Modi government will secure a full majority once again... BJP is leading on all 29 seats in Madhya Pradesh. I extend my congratulations to PM Modi, HM Amit Shah, and party president JP Nadda. I have always maintained that no one can defeat us in Chhindwara. We are poised to win Chhindwara with a resounding majority."

MP Election Results Live: We'll wait to see the actual outcome, Kamal Nath remarks

In response to his son and party candidate Nakul Nath trailing in initial trends, senior Congress leader Kamal Nath remarks, "Whatever is happening, we will assess it."

Regarding the election trends for Congress, he acknowledges, "Yes, I observed the party leading on 214 seats. That's positive news. We'll wait to see the actual outcome."

MP Election Results Live: Significant Margin

Former Madhya Pradesh CM and BJP candidate from Vidisha, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, leads by a significant margin of 1,88,350 votes as the counting process continues.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Lata Wankhede maintains her lead in the Sagar

BJP's Lata Wankhede maintains her lead in the Sagar Lok Sabha constituency, commanding 38.7% of the votes. Trailing closely behind is BSP's Bhagwati Prasad Jatav, securing 30.2% of the votes. With the competition intensifying, both candidates are fiercely vying for victory in this closely contested race. Stay tuned for more updates as the electoral battle unfolds.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's Durgadas Uikey leads with 59,525 votes

BJP's Durgadas Uikey leads with 59,525 votes, closely followed by INC's Ramu Tekam, who has secured 67% of the votes (114,801 votes). The final outcome for the Betul Lok Sabha constituency in central Madhya Pradesh remains pending as we await further updates on the vote count.

Originally scheduled for Phase 2 on April 26, the polling for Betul was postponed due to the unfortunate demise of the BSP candidate. Subsequently, voting took place during Phase 3 on May 7.

The key contenders for the 2024 General Elections in Betul are Durgadas (D. D.) Uikey from the BJP and Ramu Tekam from the Congress.

MP Election Results Live: Elected governments should serve the nation, not just a single party, says Jitu Patwari

Madhya Pradesh Congress chief Jitu Patwari asserts, "The repeated questioning of the electoral process and the perceived dictatorship of the Election Commission raises concerns. Elected governments should serve the nation, not just a single party. The Congress has put forth its utmost effort, and we anticipate the best possible outcomes."

MP Election Results Live: Key Battleground Constituencies in Madhya Pradesh

- Bhopal: Known for its high-stakes contests, Bhopal often highlights national issues and features influential candidates from major parties.

- Indore: With a strong urban electorate and business community, Indore typically sees a dominant BJP presence. This year, the race has become one-sided as the - Congress candidate withdrew at the last minute, clearing the path for the BJP.

- Gwalior: A critical constituency with a mix of urban and rural voters, Gwalior is pivotal for both BJP and Congress, reflecting broader regional political trends.

- Jabalpur: As an industrial and cultural hub, Jabalpur focuses on development issues, making it a key contest between the BJP and Congress.

- Vidisha: A traditional BJP stronghold, Vidisha remains a significant constituency due to its political heritage and substantial voter base.

- Guna: Historically a Congress bastion, Guna has seen intense competition, particularly from the Scindia family's political influence. Jyotiraditya Scindia is contesting to reclaim the family seat, this time on a BJP ticket.

- Chhindwara: A crucial constituency for Congress, Chhindwara remains a stronghold for the party, bolstered by Kamal Nath's significant influence in the region.

MP Election Results Live: Who is leading where?

Durgadas (D. D.) Uikey(BJP) leading in Betul
Shivraj Singh Chouhan(BJP) leading in Vidisha
Darshan Singh Choudhary(BJP) leading in Hoshangabad
Bharti Pardhi(BJP) leading in Balaghat
Faggan Singh Kulaste(BJP) leading in Mandla
Rajesh Mishra(BJP) leading in Sidhi

MP Election Results Live: Who is leading where?

Sandhya Ray (BJP) leading in Bhind.
Shivmangal Singh Tomar (BJP) leading in Morena
Rodmal Nagar(BJP) leading in Rajgarh
Anita Nagarsingh Chouhan(BJP) leading in Ratlam
Savitri Thakur(BJP) leading in Dhar
Gajendra Singh Patel(BJP) leading in Khargone
Gyaneshwar Patil(BJP) leading in Khandwa

MP Election Results Live: Shivraj Singh Chouhan is leading in Vidisha

Shivraj Singh Chouhan is leading in Vidisha. He is up against Congress' Pratap Bhanu Sharma. Vidisha, one of the 29 Lok Sabha constituencies in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, has been a stronghold of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for several years. The constituency has been associated with prominent BJP leaders such as former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

MP Election Results Live: Congress sees lead in Morena

Neetu Satyapal Singh Sikarwar leads in Morena. Challenging him is BJP's Shivmangal Singh Tomar. Morena Lok Sabha constituency is among 29 parliamentary constituencies in Madhya Pradesh. The polling date for the Morena Constituency was scheduled for May 7, phase 3 of the Lok Sabha election.

MP Election Results Live: Trends indicate BJP leading in the Malva, Chambal, and Vindhya Pradesh regions

Trends indicate BJP leading in the Malva, Chambal, and Vindhya Pradesh regions. In the Chambal region, the Guna constituency sees a showdown between BJP's Jyotiraditya Scindia and Congress' Rao Yadvendra Singh. Meanwhile, Vidisha witnesses a contest between BJP's Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Congress' Pratap Bhanu Sharma.

MP Election Results Live: BJP leading in Malwa, Chambal, Vindhya Pradesh region; Congress at zero

BJP leading by 9 seats; Malva, Chambal, and Vindhya Pradesh region. Congress trailing at zero seats.

MP Election Results Live: BJP leading in Malwa and Vindhya Pradesh region

Early trends show BJP leading by 5 seats in the Malwa and Vindhya Pradesh regions. Stay tuned for the latest trends as the counting process unfolds.

MP Election Results Live: Vote counting begins across 52 districts

Vote counting has begun across all 52 districts in Madhya Pradesh, following staggered polling on April 19, 26, May 7, and 13.

High-profile candidates awaiting results include senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh from Rajgarh, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia from Guna, state BJP chief VD Sharma from Khajuraho, former Union Minister Kantilal Bhuria from Ratlam-Jhabua, and Nakul Nath, son of Kamal Nath and the sitting MP from Chhindwara.

The Election Commission reported a voter turnout of 66.87%, with 69.37% male and 64.24% female voters.

MP Election Results Live: The Congress Party Will Win More Than 295 Seats, Says Jitu Patwari

Congress state president Jitu Patwari asserts, "The Congress party will win more than 295 seats. Exit polls showed us winning six seats, with the BJP contesting three. We've seen discrepancies in these exit polls."

MP Election Results Live: Hope To Receive People's Clessings, Says Faggan Singh Kulaste

Union Minister and BJP candidate for the Mandla Lok Sabha seat, Faggan Singh Kulaste, stated, "The counting will start soon. I will go to the party office and hope to receive the people's blessings as I always have."

MP Election Results Live: Countdown begins

The strong room is being opened in the Indore district ahead of counting votes.

MP Election Results Live: BJP Workers Were Tirelessly Active On The Ground, Says Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat asserts, "Even prior to the commencement of the Lok Sabha election process, following our significant victories in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, from our booth workers to the BJP's National President, there was a strong conviction that BJP would secure a third consecutive term due to the accomplishments of the past decade... The people of India had entrusted BJP with the slogan 'abki baar 400 paar,' and to realize this vision, BJP workers were tirelessly active on the ground..."

MP Election Results Live: PM Modi Retains The Trust Of The Nation's People, Says Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan responds to Exit Polls and Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge's statement, saying, "Even they (Mallikarjun Kharge) don't seem to believe these claims... They may continue to assert until June 4, but the truth is, PM Modi retains the trust of the nation's people. They have voted for PM Modi with conviction... I am unworried about my future. I will fulfill any responsibility bestowed upon me... There seems to be little hope left for Congress or Rahul Gandhi's future... NDA is set to surpass '400'."

MP Election Results Live: PM Modi's Govt Will Once Again Be Formed In The Country, CM Mohan Yadav

Regarding the Lok Sabha exit polls, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav states, "...According to the survey I saw on TV, it seems that PM Modi's government will once again be formed in the country. I hope and pray that this government continues to lead the country forward..."

MP Election Results Live: Opposition Leaders Appear Apprehensive, Says Kailash Vijayvargiya

Regarding the exit polls, Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya remarks, "On June 4, we will ascertain whether the exit polls reflect public sentiment or are merely projections from the BJP office... Opposition leaders appear apprehensive after observing the exit polls."

MP Election Results Live: Actual Poll Results Will Surpass Even Exit Polls, Says BJP leader Vishvas Sarang

Regarding the Exit Polls, Madhya Pradesh Minister and BJP leader Vishvas Sarang expresses, "The actual poll results will surpass even the Exit Polls. The NDA is poised to surpass 400 seats, ensuring PM Modi's return as Prime Minister... We are confident of winning all 29 seats in Madhya Pradesh."

MP Election Results Live: BJP Set To Secure Victory In All 29 Seats Of MP, Says State BJP President

Madhya Pradesh BJP President VD Sharma asserts, "The Exit Polls affirm that the people have bestowed their blessings upon PM Modi for a third term as Prime Minister... The BJP is set to secure victory in all 29 seats of Madhya Pradesh. The Lotus will flourish even in Chhindwara..."

MP Election Results Live: People's Vote Holds More Significance Than Exit Polls, Says Abhishek Manu Singhvi

Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi remarks, "The seats won by the BJP in the 2023 elections in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh were not reflected in any exit poll. Did the BJP truly secure the reported number of seats in West Bengal? The people's vote holds more significance than exit polls... According to our assessments, we are poised to win 290-295 seats."

MP Election Results Live: BJP Is Not Attaining Majority In Lok Sabha Elections

In Madhya Pradesh, Congress leader Digvijaya Singh comments on exit polls, stating, "The BJP is not attaining a majority in the Lok Sabha Elections… The Congress's projection of 295 Lok Sabha seats is accurate…"

MP Election Results Live: Discrepancies in the exit polls have been noted, says Congress state president

In Madhya Pradesh, Congress state president Jitu Patwari asserts, "The Congress party is poised to secure over 295 seats... Exit polls projected six seats for the BJP where they contested three... Discrepancies in the exit polls have been noted..."

MP Election Results Live: Unwavering Confidence In Forming Government For Third Term

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated, "We will develop sites associated with Sri Ram and Sri Krishna in Madhya Pradesh as pilgrimage destinations... Our confidence in forming the government for the third term is unwavering, and we anticipate even greater development ahead."

MP Election Results Live: Exit Polls Echoed The Sentiments Of BJP Leaders, Congress State President

Congress state president Jitu Patwari remarked, "...Exit polls echoed the sentiments of BJP leaders. In instances where they anticipated four seats, exit polls projected six seats; similarly, in constituencies where the party fielded candidates for three seats, exit polls indicated six seats..."

MP Election Results Live: Layers Of Security Deployed At Counting Centers

Madhya Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Anupam Rajan announced, "On June 4th, counting for the 29 parliamentary constituencies will begin at 8 AM across 92 district headquarters. Due to the prevailing heat conditions, drinking water and coolers have been arranged at the counting centers. Additionally, tomorrow has been declared a dry day. Three layers of security have been deployed at the counting centers to ensure safety and order."

MP Election Results Live: Key Candidates and Constituencies in Madhya Pradesh:

Shivmangal Singh Tomar (BJP) - Morena
Nakul Nath (Congress) - Chhindwara
Digvijaya Singh (Congress) - Rajgarh
Bharat Singh Kushwah (BJP) - Gwalior
Jyotiraditya Scindia (BJP) - Guna
Ganesh Singh (BJP) - Satna
Ashish Dubey (BJP) - Jabalpur
Shivraj Singh Chouhan (BJP) - Vidisha
Arun Shrivastav (INC) - Bhopal
Mahesh Parmar (INC) - Ujjain
Shankar Lalwani (INC) – Indore

MP Election Results Live: Key Battleground Constituencies in Madhya Pradesh

- Bhopal: Known for its high-stakes contests, Bhopal often highlights national issues and features influential candidates from major parties.
- Indore: With a strong urban electorate and business community, Indore typically sees a dominant BJP presence. This year, the race has become one-sided as the - Congress candidate withdrew at the last minute, clearing the path for the BJP.
- Gwalior: A critical constituency with a mix of urban and rural voters, Gwalior is pivotal for both BJP and Congress, reflecting broader regional political trends.
- Jabalpur: As an industrial and cultural hub, Jabalpur focuses on development issues, making it a key contest between the BJP and Congress.
- Vidisha: A traditional BJP stronghold, Vidisha remains a significant constituency due to its political heritage and substantial voter base.
- Guna: Historically a Congress bastion, Guna has seen intense competition, particularly from the Scindia family's political influence. Jyotiraditya Scindia is contesting to reclaim the family seat, this time on a BJP ticket.
- Chhindwara: A crucial constituency for Congress, Chhindwara remains a stronghold for the party, bolstered by Kamal Nath's significant influence in the region.

MP Election Results Live: Congress’ Fiery Campaign in Madhya Pradesh

In response, the Congress, led by Rahul Gandhi, party president Mallikarjun Kharge, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, mounted a vigorous campaign accusing the BJP of crony capitalism and alleging that the ruling party intended to amend the Constitution to eliminate reservations for deprived classes.

MP Election Results Live: BJP's High-Profile Campaign in Madhya Pradesh

The BJP’s campaign was spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alongside senior leaders such as Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, and former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The BJP focused its campaign on criticizing the Congress for what it termed "appeasement politics," accusing the opposition of planning to allocate quotas meant for SCs, STs, and OBCs to the Muslim community.

MP Election Results Live: Fierce Campaigning Marks Madhya Pradesh Elections

The election campaign in Madhya Pradesh was characterized by intense political rivalry and high-profile involvement. A total of 1,432 votes were cast by Essential Services Voters, while 39,510 electoral staff used postal ballots to exercise their franchise.

MP Election Results Live: Stakes High For High-Profile Candidates

Key candidates on the ballot include senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, state BJP chief VD Sharma, former Union Minister Kantilal Bhuria, and Nakul Nath, the son of Kamal Nath and a sitting MP.

With the NDA projected to secure a significant victory according to exit polls, all eyes are on the final tally to see if these predictions hold true and to what extent the political landscape of Madhya Pradesh will be shaped for the coming years.

MP Election Results Live: Results Crucial In Determining Political Future Of The State

As the counting process starts, the Pavai assembly segment under the Khajuraho seat will undergo up to 24 rounds of counting, whereas the Sevdha assembly segment under the Bhind seat will have a minimum of 12 rounds. These results will be crucial in determining the political future of several high-profile candidates and setting the tone for Madhya Pradesh's next parliamentary term.

MP Election Results Live: High-Stakes Vote Counting To Begins in Madhya Pradesh At 8 AM

In a closely watched election, vote counting in Madhya Pradesh will begin at 8 AM across all 52 districts. The state held its polls in four phases on April 19, 26, May 7, and 13, with the Election Commission reporting a voter turnout of 66.87%. Male voters turned out at a rate of 69.37%, while female voters registered a 64.24% turnout.

Welcome to our live blog covering the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh! Stay tuned for comprehensive updates, breaking news, and in-depth analysis. We'll be bringing you the latest developments as they happen, so you don't miss a moment of this crucial electoral contest.