Smriti Irani accepts her defeat in Amethi in Lok Sabha elections 2024; says 'Josh is still high sir'

Yesterday, June 4, was a significant day for the nation as the results of the recently conducted Lok Sabha elections are being unveiled. In a surprising turn of events, Smriti Irani, the actress-turned-politician, lost her seat in Amethi, a district in Ayodhya city of Uttar Pradesh, to Congress' Kishori Lal Sharma. Following the outcome, Smriti Irani shared a post on social media where she gracefully accepted her defeat and emphasized her years of hard work.
In her first social media post after the election results, Smriti Irani acknowledged her loss with grace. She took to social media to express her sentiments, mentioning her dedication and how the results have not diminished her determination. She reflected, "Such is life... A decade of my life spent moving from one village to another, shaping lives, fostering hope and dreams, working on infrastructure like roads, drainage systems, bridges, bypasses, medical colleges, and more." She further added, "I am eternally grateful to those who supported me through thick and thin. To those rejoicing today, congratulations. And to those inquiring, 'How's the josh?' I say - it's still high, Sir."
In her first social media post after the election results, Smriti Irani acknowledged her loss with grace. She took to social media to express her sentiments, mentioning her dedication and how the results have not diminished her determination. She reflected, "Such is life... A decade of my life spent moving from one village to another, shaping lives, fostering hope and dreams, working on infrastructure like roads, drainage systems, bridges, bypasses, medical colleges, and more." She further added, "I am eternally grateful to those who supported me through thick and thin. To those rejoicing today, congratulations. And to those inquiring, 'How's the josh?' I say - it's still high, Sir."
Regarding the Union Minister's career in the television industry, Smriti Irani gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Tulsi Mihir Virani in the popular daily soap Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which was a prime-time success from 2000 to 2008. She maintains strong relationships with her co-stars Ronit Roy, Mouni Roy, director-producer Ektaa Kapoor, and others. Transitioning from a prominent figure in television to serving in the Ministry for Women and Child Development, Smriti Irani continues to inspire many with her journey and achievements.