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Across various social media platforms, from X to Instagram to YouTube, individuals have inundated feeds with posts featuring “RCB” amidst the declaration of Lok Sabha election 2024 results.
The counting process for the world’s largest elections commenced at 8 am today, with anticipation high among the populace to ascertain if the exit poll forecasts will materialize and secure Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s National Democratic Alliance (NDA) a third consecutive term. Simultaneously, the opposition’s INDIA bloc, comprising diverse regional and opposition factions, has dismissed the exit poll projections suggesting a limited seat gain, emerging as a formidable adversary to the NDA. Predictably, social media platforms have become arenas for sharing reactions to the unfolding results. However, amidst the discussions, a curious phenomenon has emerged: the proliferation of “RCB” posts across various platforms, denoting the IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This development has left many perplexed, sparking numerous conjectures and theories in an attempt to decipher its significance.
A subtle jab directed towards the opposition
Certain users on X platform have theorized that the mention of RCB could be interpreted as a veiled critique aimed at the opposition. They propose an analogy where, akin to RCB’s performance pattern in the IPL, the opposition started off strong during the initial phase of the counting but is now falling behind. This comparison draws parallels between the opposition’s electoral trajectory and RCB’s consistent struggle to clinch victory in crucial moments, symbolized by their failure to secure an IPL trophy.
Candidate in RCB jersey
Several individuals on social media platforms have put forward the notion that the surge in RCB-related content may be linked to observations of a candidate donning an RCB jersey on the Election Commission (EC) website.
“RCB fans are more loyal than UP voters”
In an unexpected turn of events, the 80-member state constituency of Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a subpar performance from the BJP. Despite widespread exit poll projections anticipating a landslide victory for the party in this crucial state, often regarded as the pathway to central power, the counting of votes has revealed a formidable challenge from the INDIA bloc. Consequently, numerous posts have surfaced likening the steadfast loyalty of “RCB fans” to the unwavering support of voters in Uttar Pradesh, who continue to stand by their chosen party despite its setbacks.
Numerous individuals are also flooding the comment sections of official channels belonging to various news organizations that are covering the election results. Their activity is characterized by the repetitive posting of “RCB” in the live chat sections.
