Assembly Elections 2026

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Puducherry Exit Polls Predict BJP+ Surge, NDA Seen Heading For Victory

According to Praja Poll, the BJP-led alliance is projected to win between 19 and 25 seats in the Puducherry Assembly.

By : Sagarika Chakraborty | Updated at : 29 Apr 2026 07:51 PM (IST)

Puducherry Exit Polls Predict BJP+ Surge, NDA Seen Heading For Victory Puducherry Exit Polls Predict BJP+ Surge, NDA Seen Heading For Victory

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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Exit polls predict NDA strong performance in Puducherry election.
Praja Poll forecasts BJP+ alliance winning 19-25 seats.
Axis My India projects BJP+ alliance securing 16-20 seats.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the exit polls suggest for the Puducherry Assembly election?

Early exit poll projections suggest the NDA may be headed for a strong performance in Puducherry, with both major pollsters placing the BJP+ ahead of its rivals.

What is Praja Poll's projection for the Puducherry Assembly election?

Praja Poll projects the BJP-led alliance to win between 19 and 25 seats, while the Congress-led alliance is forecast to secure between 6 and 8 seats.

What is Axis My India's projection for the Puducherry Assembly election?

Axis My India projects the BJP+ alliance to win between 16 and 20 seats, and the Congress-led alliance is forecast to secure between 6 and 8 seats. Others may win 3 to 7 seats.

Who is projected to have an advantage in the Puducherry election based on exit polls?

Both exit polls project the BJP-led alliance ahead of the Congress+, indicating that the NDA holds the advantage in the race for power in Puducherry.

About the author Sagarika Chakraborty

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Published at : 29 Apr 2026 07:51 PM (IST)

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