Coimbatore South assembly results will be out on May 4, 2026, with a closely watched contest between DMK’s V Senthil Balaji, AIADMK’s Amman K Arjunan, and TVK’s V Senthil Kumar. Balaji is attempting a political comeback after legal troubles in a crucial urban swing seat, while multiple exit polls suggest DMK is set for a larger return to power in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu is bracing for assembly election results as a triangular fight between DMK, AIADMK and TVK tightens expectations for who will form the next government. Exit polls diverge sharply: some point to a possible TVK surge, others forecast a close contest between DMK and AIADMK alliances. Analysts warn that a hung verdict could be on the table, with TVK reportedly ready for life after results.
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Assam is set for assembly vote counting across 52 high security centres covering 126 constituencies, with 722 candidates awaiting results. The Election Commission has put in place a three layer security arrangement for the counting process, including postal ballot counting. Exit polls are expected to shape expectations, with BJP led NDA tipped to seek a third term against Congress led rivals.
Tamil Nadu Assembly election vote counting is scheduled for May 4, with arrangements already in place, Tamil Nadu CEO Patnaik said. Counting will be handled across 62 centres with over 1.25 lakh personnel, alongside extensive security. Results will be announced round-wise. Exit polls point to a DMK alliance win, while AIADMK disputes the narrative amid claims of potential disruptions.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has updated his social media bio ahead of Assembly election vote counting scheduled soon, with results set for May 4. Exit polls forecast a win for the Congress-led United Democratic Front, while the Left Democratic Front is also expected to retain a notable presence. The bio change adds fresh political momentum as campaigning shifts to counting day.
Leaders in Assam and West Bengal are urging voters to be cautious about exit poll predictions after RJD’s Manoj Jha questioned the methodology and sample size behind the surveys. With some polls projecting a BJP win and others labeled commercialized, voters are being told to wait for the official results on May 4.
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With counting days away, exit polls point to a BJP win in Assam and a return to power under Himanta Biswa Sarma. Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks have fueled expectations that Sarma will continue as chief minister. The BJP is pushing for a second term, with results slated for May 4, echoing the 2021 outcome.
Ahead of the May 4 vote count in Assam, Congress and its allies held a pre-count meeting urging workers to stay vigilant and disregard exit poll forecasts favouring the BJP-led NDA. Party leaders said they do not trust the Election Commission, alleging bias, while insisting they have planned for counting day. The alliance is pushing to secure a significant number of seats.
Congress leaders in Assam say they’re confident of winning the Assembly elections, arguing public trust is shifting due to corruption concerns. Ahead of May 4 vote counting, they’ve stepped up candidate discussions and claim the Election Commission is not impartial. Party leaders also say they’re focusing on the safety of their MLAs as tensions rise.
Kerala’s 2026 assembly elections drew a record 78.27% voter turnout, with exit polls pointing to a tight contest between the UDF and LDF. With results due on May 4, the political focus is shifting beyond local issues to whether the Middle East crisis could disrupt the state’s deep Gulf connections and influence how voters decide.
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West Bengal exit polls point to a tight fight between BJP and TMC, but the predictions have sparked concern across the border. Bangladesh MP Akhtar Hussain said a BJP victory could trigger a refugee crisis in Dhaka, warning of a possible return of undocumented migrants. The remarks underline how illegal immigration remains an election-sensitive issue.
Early Assam exit poll projections point to a strong BJP win, driven by high voter turnout and the party’s on-ground organization. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s leadership is cited as a major advantage, while Congress appears vulnerable to a possible third consecutive defeat. Final Assembly results are expected on May 4.
Voting has ended in West Bengal for 2026, with exit polls pointing to a close contest between Mamata Banerjee’s TMC and a resurgent BJP. The key question is whether Banerjee can withstand anti-incumbency after nearly 15 years, as BJP’s momentum challenges TMC’s grassroots resilience. The real verdict will come on counting day.
Buoyed by exit poll projections, the BJP has called a key meeting of senior leaders and campaign in-charges in Kolkata to map its strategy for results day. The party plans to deploy leaders across West Bengal, set up a control room to monitor counting closely, and quickly address any concerns as votes are tallied.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin met senior DMK leaders at party headquarters after returning from a vacation. The discussion focused on assessing the party’s prospects for the April 23 assembly elections, with exit polls suggesting the DMK could regain power. Durai Murugan and other top leaders were present as internal review discussions got underway.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has alleged that the BJP orchestrated exit poll predictions to demoralise Trinamool Congress workers ahead of the assembly elections. She claims the TMC will win more than 226 seats and accused central forces of acting as BJP agents during polling. Her remarks sharply challenge the credibility and intent behind the projections.
Pollster Today’s Chanakya projects a major BJP-led NDA victory in Assam, estimating it will win 102 ± 9 constituencies—well above the 64-seat majority needed in the 126-seat assembly. If the trend holds, the alliance could secure a comfortable mandate early, reshaping expectations for the state’s election outcome.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee dismissed exit polls as “paid and forced,” saying the BJP orchestrated them. After the surveys predicted a BJP advantage, she released a defiant video urging TMC workers to guard EVMs and trust the upcoming results. Mamata reiterated that the “Maa Mati Manush” government will win decisively with 226+ seats.
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Polling agency Axis My India has decided not to release its West Bengal exit poll for the 2026 assembly elections, citing an unrepresentative sample and widespread voter silence. The move raises questions about how reliable projections are likely to be, even as other agencies have published exit polls suggesting a tight contest. The official outcome will be out on May 4.
Exit polls for 2026 suggest major momentum shifts in several states. West Bengal may see a sharper fight for Trinamool as BJP tightens pressure, while Assam continues to lean BJP. Tamil Nadu looks unpredictable with the DMK alliance ahead but Vijay’s new party disrupting trends. Kerala hints at a UDF comeback, and Puducherry leans NDA.
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