Counting of votes for the Haryana and Jammu Kashmir assembly elections has started. Officials are currently counting the ballot papers, and they will open the EVMs shortly.
Speculation surrounds which party will form the government in these two states. Will the BJP achieve a hat-trick in Haryana, or will Congress regain strength? What will the people’s mandate reveal for Jammu and Kashmir?
This election marks the first assembly battle in the country following the last Lok Sabha elections, heightening the significance of the results for political parties. Voters cast their ballots across 90 assembly seats in both states.
Exit polls from various organizations suggest a potential clear majority for Congress in Haryana, while Jammu and Kashmir may see a tight contest between the BJP and Congress.
Matiz estimates that the BJP could win between 18 and 24 seats in Haryana, while Congress might capture 55 to 62 seats, with other parties likely securing 2 to 5 seats.
Dhruv predicts the BJP will claim 22 to 32 seats in Haryana, with Congress projected to win 50 to 62 seats, and other parties potentially gaining 2 to 8 seats.
Peoples Pulse estimates indicate the BJP might achieve 20 to 32 seats, Congress could land between 49 and 61 seats, and other parties may acquire 3 to 5 seats.