2017 Indian presidential election

The 2017 Indian presidential election, held on July 17, 2017, was a significant political event that marked the 14th election for the President of India. The election was conducted through a proportional representation system using a single transferable vote, with the electoral college comprising the elected members of both houses of Parliament and the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union territories. Ram Nath Kovind, the candidate of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), emerged victorious, defeating opposition nominee Meira Kumar. Kovind's presidency commenced on July 25, 2017, following the conclusion of Pranab Mukherjee's term. The election underscored the BJP's growing influence in Indian politics and reflected the broader ideological divides within the country.