The much-awaited exit poll survey results have been widely disseminated across media platforms since Saturday evening. These surveys present a mixed picture, with some indicating a close contest between the ruling YSRCP and the Opposition bloc, which comprises the NDA alliance (Telugu Desam Party – Jana Sena – Bharatiya Janata Party).
Some exit polls suggest the YSRCP will secure a second term, while others predict a victory for the NDA alliance. Notably, national media houses report contrasting results compared to regional survey agencies regarding the Lok Sabha polls.
Andhra Pradesh went to polls on May 13 to elect a 175-member State Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats. A total of 503 candidates contested for the Lok Sabha, while 2,705 vied for Assembly seats.
The differing predictions have left political analysts and media houses puzzled about the exact voter sentiment in Andhra Pradesh. The final results, set to be announced on June 4, will determine the actual winners.
Key exit poll results include:
Jan Ki Baat: NDA alliance 12-17 seats, YSRCP 8-13 seats; PMARQ: NDA alliance 19-22 seats, YSRCP 5-8 seats
News18 Mega Exit Poll: NDA alliance 19-22 seats, YSRCP 5-8 seats
ABP-CVoter: NDA alliance 21-25 seats, YSRCP 0-4 seats.
Several regional surveys provide varied outcomes:
Atmasakshi: YSRCP 98-116 assembly seats, NDA alliance 59-77 seats; YSRCP 16 MPs, NDA alliance 8 MPs, with 1 MP seat being closely contested.
Aaraa Mastan: YSRCP 94-104 assembly seats, NDA alliance 71-81 seats; YSRCP 13-15 MPs, NDA alliance 10-12 MPs.
Chanakyya Partha Das: YSRCP 110-120 assembly seats, NDA alliance 55-65 seats; YSRCP 13 MPs, NDA alliance 11 MPs. Wrap Strategies: YSRCP 158 assembly seats, NDA alliance 4 seats, with 13 seats closely contested; YSRCP 23 MPs, NDA alliance 2 MPs. Pulse Today: YSRCP 46-54 assembly seats, NDA alliance 121-129 seats; YSRCP 5-6 MPs, NDA alliance 19-20 MPs. Chanakya Strategies: YSRCP 47 assembly seats, NDA alliance 109 seats, with 19 seats closely contested; YSRCP 7 MPs, NDA alliance 18 MPs. Smart Poll: YSRCP 82 assembly seats, NDA alliance 93 seats; YSRCP 9-12 MPs, NDA alliance 13-16 MPs.
The varying predictions highlight the uncertain political climate in Andhra Pradesh. The actual outcomes will be revealed on June 4, providing a definitive answer to the state’s political future.
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