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Exit polls released after voting in several major Indian state elections indicate that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies may secure victories in two of the four contests, signaling a possible boost to the party’s political momentum following its reduced majority in the 2024 national elections.

According to projections, the BJP-led alliance is expected to comfortably retain control of Assamwhere it has governed for the past decade and now appears positioned to win a third consecutive term. In West Bengalexit polls point toward a potential upset victory over the ruling All India Trinamool Congress after an intense campaign that focused heavily on immigration concerns and economic issues.

Meanwhile, the ruling alliance led by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is projected to retain power in Tamil Nadua key industrial state known for its electronics and automobile manufacturing sectors. In Keralaexit polls suggest a closely fought race where the Communist Party of India (Marxist) could lose ground to an opposition coalition led by the Indian National Congress.

The elections also include voting in the federally administered territory of Puducherry. Ballots were cast on Wednesday, with official counting scheduled for May 4. Analysts note that the outcome across these regions will be closely watched as a test of political sentiment ahead of future national contests.

Despite the projections, exit polls in India have historically produced mixed results due to the country’s vast and diverse electorate. Final outcomes may differ once votes are counted. Even so, early indications suggest that the BJP could strengthen its position in several regions, reinforcing its influence across India’s state-level political landscape.