Sanjeev Srivastava, a Senior Journalist & Political Analyst, indicates that the high voter turnout in West Bengal (92.5%) and Tamil Nadu (85%) may be artificially inflated due to deletions in the voter list, suggesting that actual participation is likely comparable to previous elections. He predicts a competitive race in Bengal, where the BJP is making gains in North Bengal, but he still believes that TMC could secure over 150 seats. In Tamil Nadu, he asserts that DMK is in a favorable position, with the vote share of actor Vijay being a significant factor.
First Published: Apr 24, 2026 11:05 AM IST
