Today’s Chanakya Exit Poll Predicts BJP Dominance in West Bengal and Strong DMK Retention in Tamil Nadu
Exit Poll Results: Today’s Chanakya predicts BJP tsunami in Bengal with 192+ seats; Vijay’s TVK set to gain big in TN; Himanta ahead in Assam
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The Today’s Chanakya Exit Poll 2026 forecasts significant electoral trends across India, predicting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to secure 192 ± 11 seats in West Bengal, while the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is expected to retain power in Tamil Nadu with 125 ± 11 seats. The final results will be revealed on May 4.
- 01BJP projected to dominate West Bengal with 192 ± 11 seats.
- 02DMK likely to retain power in Tamil Nadu with 125 ± 11 seats.
- 03Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) expected to gain significantly in Tamil Nadu.
- 04Kerala's election forecast shows a close contest between UDF and LDF.
- 05BJP-led alliance anticipated to maintain a strong position in Assam.
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The Today’s Chanakya Exit Poll 2026 has revealed decisive electoral predictions for key Indian states. In West Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is projected to secure 192 ± 11 seats with a 48% ± 3% vote share, significantly ahead of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC)-led alliance, which is expected to win 100 ± 11 seats and a 38% ± 3% vote share. In Tamil Nadu, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is likely to retain power with 125 ± 11 seats and a 39% ± 3% vote share, while the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is anticipated to emerge as a strong contender, winning around 63 ± 11 seats with a 30% ± 3% vote share. The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)-led alliance is projected to secure 45 ± 11 seats. In Kerala, the contest is expected to be tight, with the United Democratic Front (UDF) projected to win 69 ± 9 seats against the Left Democratic Front (LDF) at 64 ± 9 seats. Lastly, in Assam, the BJP-led alliance is forecast to secure 102 ± 9 seats with a 50% ± 3% vote share, compared to the Congress-led alliance's 23 ± 9 seats. The final election results will be announced on May 4.
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The exit poll predictions indicate a significant shift in political power dynamics, especially in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, which may influence local governance and policies.
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