The ballots have been cast across 90 constituencies for Haryana's 2024 assembly elections. With voting wrapped up, the fate of candidates now lies sealed within EVM machines. Mark your calendars for October 8 as the long-awaited election results will be unveiled. However, the exit polls are already in, painting a promising picture for Congress as it strides ahead in the state. Will this be the end of BJP's reign?
Diverse institutions and survey agencies echo a common phrase: Congress stands on the brink of a substantial lead, whereas the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) witnesses its grip faltering. The Jananayak Janata Party (JJP) and Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) also find themselves on shaky ground, with little hope in sight.
Source: aajtak
Congress in the Lead
According to all exit polls, Congress is the undisputed forerunner. Data from India Today-C Voter, Bhaskar Reporters Poll, Republic-Matrix, and People's Plus generously forecast Congress seats ranging between 44 to 62. Evidently, Congress appears to outshine its competitors emphatically.
India Today-C Voter: 50-58 seats Bhaskar Reporters Poll: 44-54 seats Republic-Matrix Exit Poll: 55-62 seats People's Plus Exit Poll: 49-61 seats
BJP Faces the Brunt
Returning from two successive terms, the BJP now encounters formidable challenges in these exit polls. All survey reports predict BJP's seat count between a scant 18 to 32, lagging far behind Congress.
India Today-C Voter: 20-28 seats Bhaskar Reporters Poll: 19-29 seats Republic-Matrix Exit Poll: 18-24 seats People's Plus Exit Poll: 20-32 seats
Weak Prospects for INLD and JJP
The political horizon appears bleak for the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) and Jananayak Janata Party (JJP). INLD is expected to clinch a maximum of 6 seats, while JJP might secure no more than 3.
INLD (Bhaskar Reporters Poll): 1-5 seats INLD (Republic-Matrix Exit Poll): 3-6 seats
JJP (India Today-C Voter): 0-2 seats JJP (Republic-Matrix): 0-3 seats
Others' Plight
Despite being part of the electoral tapestry, other political parties don't fare much better but still manage to garner an estimated tally of 2 to 14 seats in the exit polls.
India Today-C Voter: 10-14 seats Bhaskar Reporters Poll: 4-10 seats Republic-Matrix Exit Poll: 2-5 seats People's Plus Exit Poll: 3-5 seats
In summation, the exit polls bring forth the prophecy of Congress emerging victorious, reclaiming authority in Haryana. On the flip side, BJP appears poised to endure significant losses. JJP and INLD both seem to be on a downward trajectory. Ultimately, only October 8 will spill the beans on whether the electorate's decision aligns with these predictions.
In this battleground, BJP and Congress waged war under their respective banners, while Dushyant Chautala's JJP allied with Chandrashekhar's Azad Samaj Party Kanshiram (ASP). Meanwhile, Mayawati's BSP joined forces with Om Prakash Chautala's INLD, leaving Aam Aadmi Party to forge its path solo.
