The day BJP govt suffered its first major legislative defeat: High drama, quiet certainty, and a fall

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The BJP government suffered its first major legislative defeat Friday over a Constitution amendment on delimitation in the Lok Sabha. Despite intense back-channel negotiations, the ruling party failed to secure sufficient numbers. Home Minister Amit Shah presented the bill, but opposition remained firm. The government proceeded to vote despite evident defeat, marking a significant parliamentary setback for the administration.

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