After a closely watched Assembly election in Puducherry marked by an intense contest between the BJP-led alliance and the Congress-led opposition, early exit poll projections suggest the NDA may be headed for a strong performance in the Union Territory, with both major pollsters placing the BJP+ ahead of its rivals.
Praja Poll Projects Comfortable BJP+ Lead
According to Praja Poll, the BJP-led alliance is projected to win between 19 and 25 seats in the Puducherry Assembly.
The Congress-led alliance is forecast to secure between 6 and 8 seats.
Others are not expected to win any seats, according to the projection.
Axis My India Also Gives BJP+ Edge
Axis My India similarly places the BJP+ in the lead, projecting the alliance to win between 16 and 20 seats.
The Congress-led alliance is again forecast to secure between 6 and 8 seats.
Others are projected to win between 3 and 7 seats.
Both Polls Point To BJP+ Advantage
With both exit polls projecting the BJP-led alliance ahead of the Congress+, the early trends indicate that the NDA holds the advantage in the race for power in Puducherry.
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