Ruling Parties Face Setbacks as Opposition Claims Key Victories in India's Assembly Bypolls

Nov 14, 2025 10:37 pm CST

In the recent assembly bypolls held across eight constituencies in India on November 11, ruling parties suffered significant setbacks, losing half the contested seats. The Congress party secured wins in BJP-ruled Rajasthan and Telangana, while the PDP delivered a historic defeat to the National Conference in its Budgam stronghold. These results reflect shifting political dynamics across various Indian states, with opposition parties making notable gains against established regional powers.