Most exit polls give edge to BJP in Bengal, UDF in Kerala, project return of Himanta, Stalin governments
Most exit polls on Wednesday predicted a tight contest in West Bengal with the BJP having a clear edge over the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), a decisive lead for the ruling BJP in Assam, and a change of guard in Kerala with the Congress-led UDF projected to make a comeback. In Tamil Nadu , while most of the exit polls predicted that the ruling DMK was likely to retain its hold, there were some divergent outcomes, underlining a fluid contest between the DMK-led alliance, the AIADMK and its allies, and actor Vijay’s TVK. The pollsters also forecast a return to power for the AINRC-led NDA government in Puducherry.
Taken together, the projections underscore a broader political pattern where regional parties such as the DMK and TMC continue to hold their core bases, even as the BJP pushes towards newer geographies.
Frequently Asked Questions
The exit polls indicate a shift in voter sentiment towards the BJP, likely driven by anti-incumbency factors and national-level campaigning strategies.
A UDF victory would mark a return to power for the Congress-led alliance, ending the current LDF government's term and potentially shifting state-level policies.
While exit polls provide a strong indication of trends, they have historically had varying margins of error in Indian elections. The final results may differ slightly when actual votes are counted.
