As the Bihar elections approach, concerns regarding the accuracy of exit polls have been voiced by various political figures. A Jharkhand minister recently urged the Election Commission to reconsider the trend of exit polls, suggesting they demoralize voters. He emphasized that despite previous exit polls predicting otherwise, their coalition succeeded in Jharkhand and that they anticipate a similar victory in Bihar. According to the Axis My India prediction, the electoral battle appears competitive, with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leading at 43% and the Mahagathbandhan (MGB) close behind at 41%. Meanwhile, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar also expressed skepticism about exit polls, stating he has not trusted them in the past and believes that more pressing issues need to be addressed. Pappy Yadav, an independent candidate from Purnea, criticized the exit polls, questioning their validity and accusing the ruling party of manipulation. He indicated a strong desire for change among the youth of Bihar, urging a thorough examination of the electoral process. With these mixed sentiments about exit polls, the Bihar elections are anticipated to be closely contested, reflecting the diverse political landscape.
Concerns Grow Over Bihar Exit Poll Predictions Ahead of Elections
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As the Bihar elections near, various political figures have expressed skepticism about exit polls, with a Jharkhand minister urging the Election Commission to halt their influence. While the NDA is reportedly leading with 43% of predicted votes compared to MGB at 41%, the authenticity of these polls is in question. Karnataka’s Deputy CM D K Shivakumar also disregarded exit polls, focusing on pressing issues. Independent candidate Pappy Yadav highlighted concerns over potential electoral manipulation, emphasizing the demand for change among Bihar's youth. The electoral race is expected to be highly competitive.