Rajya Sabha

BJP's Rajya Sabha Strength Shrinks: NDA Faces Majority Crisis

BJP's numbers in the Rajya Sabha have dropped to 86, causing the NDA to fall short of the majority mark of 113. Will the upcoming by-elections help BJP secure the needed votes? Find out more!

The Narendra Modi-led NDA is facing a challenge as the BJP's strength in the Rajya Sabha has dwindled to 86, leaving the NDA below the majority mark. With upcoming by-elections on the horizon, the BJP is expected to work towards redeeming its losses and securing the necessary votes. The current scenario in the Rajya Sabha shows the NDA with only 101 seats, falling short of the required 113 for a majority. In comparison, the opposition bloc stands strong with 87 seats, with the Congress holding 26.

To pass crucial bills in the Upper House, the BJP can rely on the 15 votes from NDA party MPs. However, to secure a majority, an additional 13 votes in favor of the BJP would be necessary. The government currently depends on support from non-NDA parties, including previously allied parties like AIADMK and the YSR Congress Party led by Jagan Mohan Reddy.

As four BJP-affiliated nominated members in the Rajya Sabha retire, the party's strength further decreases. Vacancies in the nominated category will need to be filled to maintain a solid presence in the Upper House. The situation calls for strategic planning and potentially new alliances to navigate the challenges faced by the BJP and the NDA in the Rajya Sabha.

In a surprising turn of events, the BJP's tally in the Rajya Sabha dropped to 86 after the retirement of four members, highlighting the delicate balance of power in the Upper House. This shift has put the NDA, led by the BJP, in a precarious position with 101 seats, falling short of the majority mark of 113 in the 245-member Rajya Sabha. The upcoming by-elections and the filling of vacant nominated seats will undoubtedly play a crucial role in reshaping the dynamics of the Rajya Sabha.