Narendra Modi began his third term as India’s prime minister after winning the recent election. His Bharatiya Janata Party secured 240 seats, short of the majority needed to govern alone. As a result, Modi formed a coalition government with 293 seats, including regional parties.
The swearing-in ceremony took place at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, surrounded by regional leaders and high security measures. The event was attended by distinguished guests such as heads of neighboring countries, Indian industrialists like Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani, and Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan.
The presence of a coalition government is expected to limit some of Modi’s previous authoritarian tendencies and may force him to focus more on consensus politics. Analysts believe that Modi’s nationalist message may no longer have the same resonance with the Indian electorate, highlighting the country’s political landscape diversity and democratic nature.
With tight security measures in place and thousands of guests in attendance, Modi’s third term as prime minister marks an important chapter in India’s political history. The shift towards coalition governance and the diverse voices present at the swearing-in ceremony reflect the complexities and dynamism of Indian politics.
