Navin Ramgoolam wins Mauritius general election in a landslide.

Supporters of the Alliance du Changement, headed by opposition leader Navin Ramgoolam, rejoice after the release of early results from Mauritius’s legislative election. Courtesy image.

In a stunning political turnaround, opposition leader Navin Ramgoolam has won a resounding victory in Mauritius’s parliamentary elections, securing a fourth term as the nation’s prime minister.

The official results, announced on Tuesday by the Office of the Electoral Commissioner, revealed that Ramgoolam’s Alliance of Change (ADC) coalition achieved a dominant win, capturing 62.6 percent of the national vote.

The ADC, which Ramgoolam leads, claimed a commanding 60 out of the 62 seats in Mauritius’s National Assembly, a result that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape of the Indian Ocean nation. The scale of the victory marked a significant defeat for the ruling government, which had struggled to maintain public support amid economic and political challenges.

Ramgoolam, a seasoned politician who previously served as the country’s prime minister in two non-consecutive terms, expressed his gratitude and optimism following the announcement. Addressing a jubilant crowd of supporters, the 77-year-old former leader declared, “The court of the people has delivered its verdict and a new Mauritius awakes.” His comments were met with enthusiastic cheers and celebratory horns from the masses that gathered to mark the momentous occasion.

Ramgoolam’s political career spans decades, with his previous terms in office being from 1995 to 2000 and again from 2005 to 2014. His party’s victory in the 2024 election marks his return to power after a gap of nearly a decade. As the leader of the ADC coalition, he will now face the challenge of addressing the nation’s economic and social issues, as well as managing the expectations of a population that has voiced its desire for change through the ballot box.

The overwhelming victory of Ramgoolam and his coalition is seen as a repudiation of the current government’s policies, which had been criticized for failing to tackle rising living costs and other pressing concerns. With his coalition now firmly in control of the National Assembly, Ramgoolam will have a clear mandate to implement his vision for the country in the coming years.

Mauritius, known for its stability and vibrant democracy, has seen its political environment become more polarized in recent years. However, the result of this election signals a strong shift in the political winds, as voters have placed their trust in the opposition leader’s promises of reform and progress. As Mauritius enters this new political era, all eyes will be on Ramgoolam’s next moves as he prepares to lead the nation once again.

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