Doubts Linger Over Exit Poll Forecasts, In Jha​rkhand And Maharashtra

NewDelhi: The Maharashtra Assembly elections have wrapped up with a turnout of 58.22 %, across all 288 constituencies, by 5 PM. The candidates destinies now lie in the voting machines ( EVMs ). The results are set to be revealed on November 23rd. Before the results are out different exit polls have surfaced, offering glimpses into results.

As, per the MATRIZE exit survey results indicate that the Maha Yuti alliance. Made up of the BJP along with Eknath Shindes Shiv Senaa nd Ajit Pawars NCP. Is projected to retain power in the government with an estimated range of 150 to 170 seats secured in total. On the hand the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition. Comprised of the Congress party alongside Uddav Thackerays Shiv Senaa nd Sharad Pawars NCP. Is anticipated to claim between 110 to 130 seats, with a 8 to10 seats possibly going to other political outfits.

The latest P MAR suspension, from the Republic indicates that the Maha Yuti could secure from 137 to 157 seats in the election race while the Maha Vikas Aghadi is predicted to garner between 126 to 146 seats; leaving a mere 2 to 8 seats up, for grabs by other parties or independents.

The latest Mega Lokpal exit poll suggests a challenge, for the Maha Yuti coalition as it forecasts that the Maha Vikas Aghadi could win 151 to 162 seats compared to the projected 115 to 128 seats, for the Maha Yuti alliance.

The Peoples Plus exit poll predicts that the Maha Yuti is expected to perform with an estimated seat range of 175, to 195 seats while the Maha Vikas Aghadi may secure 85 to 112 seats; other parties are projected to gain between 7 and 12 seats.

The Axis My India exit poll, in Jharakhand predicts that the INDIA coalition is likely to secure a majority by winning 53 out of the 81 seats up, for grabs. On the contrary the NDA coalition might only clinch 25 seats. Theres a possibility of other contenders winning 3 seats.

The MATRIZE exit poll indicates a competition ahead as it predicts that the NDA could clinch anywhere, from 42, to 47 seats while the JMM Congress coalition is expected to secure around 25 to 30 seats; other parties may likely win 1 to 4 seats well.

Thoughtful Responses, to Pre election Surveys
Leaders of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) expressed doubt regarding the accuracy of the exit polls results. Mahua, the JMM contender, from Ranch emphasized,”We have faith, in exit poll findings. We do not concur these numbers.The populace has endorsed our coalition overwhelmingly.Our administration is taking shape. We firmly believe that the INDIA alliance will emerge victorious.”

Former president of the Jharkhand Congress Rajesh Thakur has raised concerns, about the reliability of exit polls by highlighting the distinction between polls and actual election outcomes; “Exit polls don’t always reflect the results accurately; we trust in the voters judgment above all in a democratic system.” He emphasized that regardless of the outcome, on November 23rd chosen by the electorate is respected and accepted by their party.

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