Decoding the Exit Poll Predictions: Telangana, MP, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Mizoram

Exit poll predictions, often a precursor to the actual results, offer insights into the potential outcomes of these crucial state assembly elections.

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As the dust settles on the polling booths in Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, and Mizoram, the political landscape awaits the verdict of the people. Exit poll predictions, often a precursor to the actual results, offer insights into the potential outcomes of these crucial state assembly elections. Here are ten takeaways from the exit poll projections for these states:

1. Telangana: A Potential Upset

Telangana emerges as a potential surprise, with predictions suggesting a power shift. The Congress may unseat the incumbent Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), pushing it to second place, while the BJP trails as a distant third.

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2. Telangana Seat Projections

India TV-CNX: Congress 63-79 seats, BRS 31-47 seats, BJP 7-13 seats.
Jan ki Baat: Congress 48-64 seats, BRS 40-55 seats, BJP 7-13 seats.
TV9 Bharatvarsh-Polstart: Congress 49-59 seats, BRS 48-58 seats.
Republic TV-Matrize: Congress 58-68 seats, BRS 46-56 seats.

3. Madhya Pradesh: BJP's Advantage

Most exit polls favour the BJP in Madhya Pradesh, projecting a lead over the Congress. Despite the Congress disputing these predictions, the numbers indicate an advantage for the BJP.

4. Madhya Pradesh Seat Projections

India Today-Axis My India: BJP 140-162 seats, Congress 60-90 seats.
India TV-CNX: BJP 140-159 seats, Congress 70-89 seats.
Times Now-ETG: BJP 105-117 seats, Congress 109-125 seats.
Republic TV: BJP 118-130 seats, Congress 97-107 seats.

5. Rajasthan: A Tight Contest

Rajasthan emerges as a battleground with a fierce contest between the BJP and Congress. Smaller parties and independent candidates may play pivotal roles in the government's formation.

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6. Rajasthan Seat Projections

India Today-My Axis: BJP 80-100 seats, Congress 86-106 seats.
India TV-CNX: Congress 94-104 seats, BJP 80-90 seats.
Times Now-ETG: Congress 56-72 seats, BJP 108-128 seats.
Jan Ki Baat: BJP 100-122 seats, Congress 62-85 seats.

7. Chhattisgarh: Congress Likely to Retain

Chhattisgarh seems poised for Congress to retain power, with a close contest expected from the BJP. Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel anticipates an increase in Congress numbers.

8. Chhattisgarh Seat Projections

India Today-Axis My India: Congress 40-50 seats, BJP 36-46 seats.
ABP C-Voter: Congress 41-53 seats, BJP 36-48 seats.
Republic TV: Congress 44-52 seats, BJP 34-42 seats.
India TV-CNX: Congress 46-56 seats, BJP 30-40 seats.

9. Mizoram: ZPM's Clean Sweep

Mizoram presents the likelihood of a sweeping victory for the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), ousting the Mizo National Front (MNF). Both Congress and BJP lag far behind.

10. Mizoram Seat Projections

India Today-Axis My India: ZPM 28-35 seats, MNF 3-7 seats.
Times Now-ETG: ZPM 10-14 seats, MNF 14-18 seats.
Jan Ki Baat: MNF 10-14 seats, ZPM 15-25 seats.
India TV-CNX: MNF 14-18 seats, ZPM 12-16 seats.

As these exit poll predictions create ripples of anticipation, it's essential to remember that they are indicative and not definitive. The actual results, to be unveiled on December 3, will determine the political trajectory of these states and potentially set the stage for the 2024 general elections.