As of midday, PMARQ projected 118-138 seats for the TMC-led alliance and 150-175 seats for the BJP.

Matrize figures indicated 125-140 seats for TMC+ and 146-161 seats for BJP. JVC projected 131-152 seats for TMC+ and 138-159 seats for BJP.

The exit polls were conducted after the second phase of voting concluded. Officials have not confirmed these projections yet.

The BJP-led NDA is projected to have a clear majority in Assam and Puducherry, while the DMK-led coalition appears to be leading in Tamil Nadu.

The United Democratic Front (UDF) is ahead in Kerala. Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is also expected to surge, according to Axis My India.

This election cycle marks an important moment for Mamata Banerjee as she seeks to retain power amid fierce competition.

The results will provide critical insights into voter sentiment across multiple states, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.

The final results will be available soon as counting begins on election day. Observers are keenly awaiting these outcomes.

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Before this surge, expectations were lower, with analysts predicting modest participation. However, the turnout shattered these projections.

Phase 1 of the assembly polls concluded with a record voter turnout of 92.25%. This indicates heightened public interest in the electoral process.

The results have significant implications for both major parties: the Trinamool Congress (TMC) led by Mamata Banerjee and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) under Narendra Modi.

District-wise, Purba Bardhaman recorded the highest turnout at 94.06%, showcasing regional enthusiasm. Other notable areas include:

• Hooghly: 90.34%
• Nadia: 90.28%
• Howrah: 89.44%
• Bhabanipur: 85.51%

Mamata Banerjee criticized the BJP, claiming they intend to rig the election and accusing them of undermining what she described as a peaceful electoral process.

She stated, “Central forces are supposed to guard the country’s borders, but instead they are working for a particular party.” This reflects ongoing tensions between the two parties.

The electoral process was largely peaceful in this second phase, with 1,448 candidates contesting for 142 assembly constituencies.

The high voter turnout suggests a robust engagement from the electorate, potentially reshaping political dynamics in West Bengal.

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