Kerala's Exit Poll Controversy: Left Alleges Political Motivation

The ruling Left in Kerala has termed the recent exit poll predictions, which suggest a BJP breakthrough in the state, as politically motivated. Left leaders argue that the predictions lack scientific basis, reflect BJP's narrative, and call for vigilance during the June 4 vote count. They assert Kerala remains a secular state resistant to communal politics.

The ruling Left in Kerala has cast doubts on the recent exit poll predictions, labeling them as 'suspicious' and 'politically motivated.' These predictions suggest the BJP-led NDA might end its electoral drought in a state traditionally dominated by the Congress-led UDF and the CPI(M)-led LDF.

LDF convener, E P Jayarajan, criticized the methodology behind these predictions, arguing they lack scientific basis and do not reflect public sentiment. 'I suspect it is politically motivated. All the exit polls have taken a stand that repeats and strengthens what the BJP has been saying till now,' Jayarajan stated, emphasizing the need for vigilance during the vote count on June 4.

The exit polls forecast that the BJP will win over 350 seats nationally and make inroads in Kerala, a claim Jayarajan vehemently disputes. He argues, 'The BJP has hardly any chance of opening its account in Kerala. The actual fact is that the BJP will not get even one seat in Kerala.' The LDF convener reiterated Kerala's secular outlook, suggesting the state's electorate would resist communal influences.