As the dust settles on an intense election season in Rajasthan, the anticipation reaches its zenith with the release of exit poll results projecting a closely contested battle between the BJP and Congress. The political landscape is buzzing with excitement, and all eyes are on the key constituencies that have become epicenters of strategic contests.
High-Profile Seats Become Battlegrounds
Sardarpura, long synonymous with Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s political legacy, is facing a formidable challenge from BJP’s Mahendra Singh Rathore. Tonk, known for its closely contested battles, witnesses a clash between party rivals Sachin Pilot and BJP’s Ajit Singh Mehta. In Jhalarapatan, former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje aims to maintain her winning streak, while in Jhotwara, a faceoff between former Union Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore and Congress’ Abhishek Choudhary adds intensity to the electoral stage. Nathdwara, a key constituency, sees a battle between BJP’s Vishwaraj Singh Mewar and Congress veteran CP Joshi.
Exit Poll Highlights: A Roller-Coaster of Projections
Exit polls have added suspense to the electoral outcome, with varying projections across different platforms. BJP Advantage: While most exit polls project an advantage for the BJP, suggesting a continuation of the revolving-door trend in the state, others present a more nuanced picture. Congress Hope: India Today-Axis My India exit poll shows a Congress advantage, leaving room for uncertainty and anticipation.
Exit Poll Numbers – Rajasthan Assembly Elections 2023
News24 – Today’s Chanakya
Congress: 89-113
BJP: 77-101
Others: 2-16
Republic – Matrize
Congress: 65-75
BJP: 115-130
Others: 12-19
P-Marq poll projection
BJP: 105-125
Congress: 69-81
Others: 5-15
TV9 Bharatvarsh – Polstrat
Congress: 90-100
BJP: 100-110
Others: 5-15
Jan Ki Baat projections
Congress: 62-85
BJP: 100-122
Others: 14-15
Times Now – ETG Research
Congress: 56-72
BJP: 108-128
Others: 13-21
India Today-Axis My India projection
Congress: 86-106
BJP: 80-100
Others: 9-18
The Axis My India Outlier
In a surprising turn, the India Today-Axis My India exit poll indicates a hung assembly, projecting Congress to secure 86-106 seats and BJP to claim 80-100 seats, with other parties and independents expected to garner 9-18 seats.
Counting Day Drama
The real showdown, the counting of votes, is scheduled for December 3. As the nation braces for the unfolding drama of the 2023 Rajasthan assembly elections, one thing is certain – the political landscape is set for a thrilling roller-coaster ride, with the fate of Rajasthan hanging in the balance. Stay tuned for the final verdict on this high-stakes political battleground.
