N. Rangasamy's Triumphant Return: Leading Puducherry Once Again

N. Rangasamy is set to lead Puducherry for the fifth time after the AINRC-led NDA's victory in April's elections. The coalition secured 18 seats, surpassing the 16 needed to form a government. The NDA's win highlights Rangasamy's political prowess, while the Congress suffered significant losses.

N. Rangasamy is poised to steer Puducherry's future after his party, the AINRC, led the NDA to victory in the UT's April elections. The NDA clinched 18 seats in the 30-member House, achieving more than the 16-seat majority required to form a government.

This marks the fifth term for Rangasamy, who first became Chief Minister as a Congress leader before founding the AINRC in 2011. Despite past alliances, the veteran leader's political acumen helped secure a decisive mandate this time.

The Congress, a previous dominant force in the UT, struggled significantly, raising questions about its future. Meanwhile, the new Assembly features both seasoned politicians and newcomers, with the NDA set to form a coalition government.