INDIA Bloc Parties to Engage in Exit Poll Debates Tonight

The INDIA bloc parties have decided to participate in exit poll debates on television, reversing an earlier stance by the Congress to avoid such discussions. The announcement followed a meeting at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence, where it was decided to expose the BJP's influence on prefixed exit polls.

In a dramatic turn of events, INDIA bloc parties announced on Saturday their decision to take part in exit poll debates scheduled for this evening. The decision came after top leaders of the grouping convened at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence.

This move contrasts sharply with the Congress's earlier decision to abstain from Lok Sabha exit poll debates, citing a desire to avoid speculation and media slugfests for TRP. However, Congress's media head, Pawan Khera, stated that the party now aims to expose the BJP and its ecosystem regarding the prefixed exit polls.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president J P Nadda interpreted Congress's earlier refusal to partake in debates as an admission of defeat. Taking a jab at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Shah accused the party of being in 'denial mode' under his leadership.