Satta Markets predict Hung Assembly in Lok Sabha Elections 2024? Viral tweet stirs controversy

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: A viral tweet on social media platform X has sparked widespread discussion, suggesting that India’s famous satta markets are predicting a hung assembly in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Contrary to the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) confident claim of securing over 400 seats, these speculative markets indicate that even the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) might fall short of the 272-seat majority mark, while the Congress-led INDIA bloc appears close to achieving a near majority.

Predictions from Major Satta Bazaars

Phalodi Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 117
• INDIA: 246
• BJP: 209
• NDA: 253

Palanpur Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 112
• INDIA: 225
• BJP: 216
• NDA: 247

Karnal Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 108
• INDIA: 231
• BJP: 235
• NDA: 263

Bohri Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 115
• INDIA: 212
• BJP: 227
• NDA: 255

Belgaum Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 120
• INDIA: 230
• BJP: 223
• NDA: 265

Kolkata Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 128
• INDIA: 228
• BJP: 218
• NDA: 261

Vijayawada Satta Bazaar

• Congress: 121
• INDIA: 237
• BJP: 224
• NDA: 251

Indore Sarafa Bazaar

• Congress: 94
• INDIA: 180
• BJP: 260
• NDA: 283

Ahmedabad Chokha Bazaar

• Congress: 104
• INDIA: 193
• BJP: 241
• NDA: 270

Surat Maghobi Bazaar

• Congress: 96
• INDIA: 186
• BJP: 247
• NDA: 282

Public Reaction and Fact-Checking

The tweet, which includes an infographic similar to those used by national TV channel News24, suggests a closely contested battle between the BJP and Congress. Despite previous opinion polls forecasting a significant victory for the NDA, these satta market predictions highlight a much tighter race.

However, the credibility of the viral claim has been questioned. Manak Gupta, a journalist from News24, debunked the post, stating, "FAKE ALERT: News24 hasn’t done any such story."

Looking Ahead

As the final phase of voting approaches on 1st June, with results due on 4th June, the political landscape remains uncertain. While the satta markets provide a speculative glimpse into potential outcomes, the actual results will ultimately depend on the voters' decision.

In the meantime, it is essential for the public to rely on verified sources of information and remain cautious about the circulation of unverified claims and predictions.