LIVE: Assembly Elections 2024 Update : JJP and PDP Face Major Setbacks in Haryana and J&K

As the election results unfold, a significant shift in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir is apparent. In Haryana, the BJP is making a strong showing, leading in 48 seats, while the Congress is close behind with 41. The Jannayak Janata Party (JJP), once a kingmaker, is struggling, failing to open its account in this election. Dushyant Chautala's decision to go solo is proving costly, as exit polls predicted the party would secure only 0-2 seats, a stark contrast to the 10 seats it won in 2019.

In Jammu & Kashmir, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) is also facing a decline. The Congress-NC alliance is leading in 48 seats, while the PDP is trailing with just 3 seats. This represents a significant loss for the PDP, which was once a major player in the region. The removal of Article 370 has further weakened the party's support, making its future uncertain.

Both regional parties are paying the price for their past alliances and decisions, leading to dramatic changes in the political landscape of both states.