West Bengal Lok Sabha exit poll Results 2024: When to expect them?

As the Lok Sabha elections unfold, West Bengal braces for the final phase of polling on June 1. With 42 parliamentary seats up for grabs and fierce competition between parties like AITC, Congress, BJP, and CPI(M), all eyes are on the exit poll results to provide early insights into potential winners. Here's a breakdown of when you can expect the exit poll results and a recap of the 2019 exit polls in the state.

Following Election Commission guidelines, exit polls for West Bengal will kick off at 6:30 p.m. on June 1, thirty minutes after polling concludes. The exit polls aim to offer preliminary indications of electoral outcomes before official results are declared. While the actual counting of votes is scheduled for June 4, the exit poll results will provide a glimpse into the state's political landscape.

Recalling the 2019 exit polls, where BJP secured 18 seats, AITC 22, and INC 2, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee raised concerns over survey credibility, alleging a potential "gameplan" to manipulate or replace electronic voting machines. Despite the controversy, exit polls suggested a close contest between BJP and TMC, with predictions ranging from 19 to 23 seats for BJP and 19 to 22 seats for TMC. Stay tuned to IndianExpress.com for the latest exit poll predictions and comprehensive election coverage.