PM Modi hails 'historic day' as BJP wins 3 Assembly polls, thanks voters
Synopsis
The BJP's sweep of three state Assemblies — headlined by a historic breakthrough in West Bengal — marks one of the most significant electoral moments of Modi's third term. With over 93% voter turnout in Bengal and record figures in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam, Modi framed the results not just as a party victory but as a triumph of India's democratic institutions.
Key Takeaways
BJP secured pole position in three state Assemblies in results declared on 4 May .
PM Modi described it as a "historic day" and a mandate for the politics of performance and stability.
The West Bengal result was hailed as a "display of people's power", with over 93% voter turnout recorded in the state.
Record voter turnout was also reported in Kerala , Tamil Nadu , and Assam , with Modi highlighting strong participation among women voters.
These were the first Assembly elections under BJP National President Nitin Nabin , whose leadership Modi praised as "outstanding".
NDA candidates also performed strongly in by-polls held across other states simultaneously.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, 4 May described the election results as a "historic day" after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured pole position in three state Assemblies, thanking voters across all five poll-bound states for reposing trust in the party. Modi said the joy visible among BJP workers was "memorable" and framed the mandate as a decisive endorsement of performance-driven politics.
Modi's Message to Voters and Workers
"Today is the day of declaration of trust in the politics of performance, stability and the 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' vision, and a day for the declaration of a bright future of the country," Prime Minister Modi said in his address. He credited grassroots workers for the outcome, stating: "The Lotus has bloomed due to the hard work and dedication of BJP workers." Modi added that voters had "shown to the world why the country is known as the mother of democracy."
He also congratulated BJP workers for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s strong performance in by-polls held simultaneously in other states, calling it a broader affirmation of the party's political momentum.
West Bengal Mandate Hailed as 'People's Power'
The most emphatic reaction from Prime Minister Modi was reserved for West Bengal, where the BJP's win marked a historic breakthrough in a state long dominated by the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC). Writing on X, Modi declared: "The Lotus blooms in West Bengal! The 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections will be remembered forever."
He described the Bengal mandate as a "display of people's power" and vowed that the BJP would deliver a "government that ensures opportunity and dignity to all sections of society." He added: "I bow to each and every person of West Bengal. The people have given a spectacular mandate to the BJP and I assure them that our party will do everything possible to fulfil the dreams and aspirations of the people of West Bengal."
Leadership and Institutional Significance
Modi noted that these were the first Assembly elections conducted under BJP National President Nitin Nabin, and praised his leadership among party workers as "outstanding." The results are seen as an early validation of Nabin's organisational stewardship at the national level.
Modi also highlighted the broader democratic significance of the elections, pointing to voter turnout as a marker of institutional health. "Our democratic practices and institutions have also won in these elections. Over 93 per cent voting in West Bengal and record voting in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Assam also show the strength of our democracy, especially among women voters," he said.
What Comes Next
With the BJP now set to form governments in three states, attention shifts to cabinet formation and the party's governance agenda in each of those states. The strong NDA showing in by-polls across other states further consolidates the alliance's position ahead of future electoral cycles. Whether the BJP can translate this mandate into sustained governance outcomes — particularly in West Bengal, where it will be governing for the first time — will be the defining test in the months ahead.
Point of View
If confirmed at scale, would be the single most consequential state-level result since the party's 2014 national surge — ending decades of Left and TMC dominance in a state that had resisted the saffron wave through multiple electoral cycles. Modi's framing of the result around 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat' and democratic institutions — rather than purely party triumph — signals a deliberate effort to project national-unifying credentials ahead of future contests. The 93% turnout figure in Bengal deserves scrutiny: historically, very high turnout in the state has been associated with both genuine enthusiasm and booth-level mobilisation controversies. The real measure of this mandate will be whether the BJP can govern Bengal without replicating the administrative friction that has historically plagued transitions of power in the state.
NationPress
6 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states did the BJP win in the 2026 Assembly elections?
The BJP secured pole position in three state Assemblies, with West Bengal being the most prominent. Results were declared on 4 May 2026, and the party also performed strongly in NDA by-polls across other states.
What did PM Modi say about the West Bengal election result?
PM Modi described the West Bengal mandate as a 'display of people's power' and wrote on X that 'The Lotus blooms in West Bengal! The 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections will be remembered forever.' He vowed to provide a government ensuring opportunity and dignity to all sections of society.
What was the voter turnout in West Bengal and other states?
Voter turnout exceeded 93% in West Bengal, with record turnout also reported in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam. PM Modi specifically highlighted strong participation among women voters as a sign of democratic strength.
Who is BJP National President Nitin Nabin?
Nitin Nabin is the BJP's National President under whose leadership these Assembly elections were contested for the first time. PM Modi praised his leadership among party workers as 'outstanding' following the election results.
What happens next after the BJP's Assembly election wins?
The BJP is expected to begin cabinet formation in the three states where it secured a majority. Governance delivery — particularly in West Bengal, where the party would be governing for the first time — will be closely watched in the coming months.
