Exit Polls Predict BJP in Maharashtra and Jharkhand

Date: November 20, 2024

Exit Polls Predict BJP in Maharashtra and Jharkhand

Exit Poll Trends: Maharashtra and Jharkhand

Two key states, Maharashtra and Jharkhand, completed polling on November 20, and exit polls are now providing insights into the likely outcomes. Both states are significant for national politics, and the exit poll results suggest a strong performance for the BJP-led alliances.

Maharashtra: Mahayuti Set to Retain Power

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is predicted to retain power in Maharashtra, according to multiple exit polls. The state, with its 288-seat assembly, seems to favor the ruling coalition once again.

Chanakya Exit Poll: Mahayuti expected to win between 150 and 160 seats, showcasing a solid performance.
People Pulse Exit Poll: This poll gives Mahayuti an even stronger lead, projecting over 175 seats, leaving around 100 for the opposition.
Matrize Agency: A close contest forecast, with Mahayuti likely to secure between 150 and 170 seats.

The opposition, primarily comprising the Shiv Sena and NCP, is projected to struggle to make significant inroads. This trend indicates another term of BJP-led governance in Maharashtra.

Jharkhand: A Tight Contest

In Jharkhand, the smaller yet politically significant state, the BJP-led NDA alliance is projected to face a closer contest.

Times Now-JVC Exit Poll: Predicts the NDA winning 40-44 seats, with the INDIA alliance, led by JMM, expected to secure 30-40 seats.
Chanakya Exit Poll: Suggests a slightly more comfortable margin for the NDA, projecting 45-50 seats.

With 81 seats in the assembly, the magic number to form the government is 41. The projections indicate that the NDA might edge past the threshold to retain power in the state.

BJP’s Momentum Ahead of Key Campaigns

The exit polls in both states reflect a positive wave for the BJP and its allies. In Maharashtra, the ruling coalition appears poised for another term, while in Jharkhand, they are inching closer to the majority mark.

The results come at a crucial time as the BJP gears up for its ambitious “One-Nation-One-Election” proposal. A strong showing in these two states would boost the party’s morale as it heads into the next phase of national politics.

Final Results Awaited

The official counting of votes will take place on November 23, and the actual results will confirm the accuracy of these exit polls. For now, the BJP appears to have an upper hand in both states, consolidating its position in Indian politics.