Tamil Nadu 2026 Exit Polls: DMK+ Set for Victory, Vijay's TVK Emerges Strongly
Today's Chanakya Exit Poll Tamil Nadu 2026: DMK+ Leads Race, Vijay's TVK To Make Big Debut
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The exit polls for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections indicate that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance (DMK+) is projected to secure 125 ± 11 seats, while actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is expected to debut with 63 ± 11 seats. The results suggest a strong position for the DMK+ ahead of the official announcement on May 4.
- 01DMK+ projected to win 125 ± 11 seats, above the majority mark.
- 02Vijay's TVK expected to secure 63 ± 11 seats, marking a significant debut.
- 03AIADMK+ forecasted to win 45 ± 11 seats.
- 04DMK+ leads in vote share with 39% ± 3%.
- 05Official results will be announced on May 4.
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According to the exit polls conducted by Today’s Chanakya, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance (DMK+) is projected to secure 125 ± 11 seats in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, which were held on April 23. This places the DMK+ well above the majority mark of 118 seats, indicating a potential second consecutive term for the ruling party. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-politician Vijay, is anticipated to make a notable debut, with projections of 63 ± 11 seats, establishing it as a significant third force in the state's political landscape. The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance (AIADMK+) is expected to win 45 ± 11 seats. In terms of vote share, DMK+ is projected to lead with 39% ± 3%, followed by TVK at 30% ± 3% and AIADMK+ at 27% ± 3%. Other parties are anticipated to account for about 4% ± 3% of the vote share. The exit polls, while indicative, are not definitive predictors of the final results, which will be declared on May 4.
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The election results will determine the political landscape in Tamil Nadu, impacting governance and policies in the state.
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