• West Bengal Projections: Exit polls, including those from Today's Chanakya, predict a significant sweep for the BJP with over 192 seats, while the Trinamool Congress (TMC) is projected at approximately 100 seats [15, 16].
  • Tamil Nadu & Kerala: A neck-and-neck battle is expected in Kerala between the UDF and LDF. In Tamil Nadu, the DMK-led alliance is projected to hold an edge [15, 16].
  • Official Counting: The Election Commission has scheduled the formal counting of votes for 4 May 2026 [14, 15]. You can follow detailed analysis on these developments through The Indian Express or The Times of India. [1, 2, 3]