2026 Assembly Elections: Exit Polls Indicate Key Trends Across Indian States
Assembly election 2026 LIVE: Exit polls predict close contest in West Bengal, DMK+ lead in Tamil Nadu,
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Exit polls from the 2026 Assembly elections suggest a majority for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam and a competitive race against the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal. The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is expected to retain power in Tamil Nadu, while the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) may return in Kerala.
- 01BJP predicted to secure a majority in Assam.
- 02Close contest anticipated between BJP and TMC in West Bengal.
- 03DMK likely to retain government in Tamil Nadu.
- 04Congress-led UDF projected to make a comeback in Kerala.
- 05Record voter turnout of 92.65% reported in West Bengal.
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Exit polls released on April 29, 2026, indicate a significant political landscape shift in India as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is projected to achieve a clear majority in Assam. In West Bengal, the BJP is expected to challenge the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) in a tight race. Meanwhile, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) appears set to retain power in Tamil Nadu, while the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) is forecasted to return to governance in Kerala after a decade. The polls recorded an impressive 92.65% voter turnout in West Bengal's second phase, despite some reports of unrest. The counting of votes for these elections will take place on May 4, 2026.
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The election outcomes could significantly influence local governance and policies in these states, impacting citizens' daily lives.
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