Sandeep Shastri, Pro Vice Chancellor at Jain University, and Pratim Bose, Senior Journalist, highlight that exit polls indicate a lead for UDF in Kerala, BJP in Assam, and DMK in Tamil Nadu, with the emergence of the “Vijay factor” as a significant third force. They emphasize West Bengal as the most unpredictable and fiercely contested area, presenting divided poll signals along with potential broader political and strategic ramifications.
First Published: Apr 30, 2026 12:46 PM IST