For critics who had a hard time believing the exit polls and now the outcome, the mandate reflects public cheer/empathy towards a down-to-earth regime that prioritises the accomplishment of basics, stays connected with the masses on a regular basis and values the need for national security. It is important, especially for the “intellects”, to be cognizant of the ground reality as voter attitudes in the present era are highly dynamic, difficult to speculate and increasingly governed by recent present events. Political strategy driven by a persistent non-constructive culture, backed by weak leadership and counting on derogation of peers, not only