Congress decides to skip Lok Sabha exit poll debates

The Congress party has made a firm decision not to take part in any Lok Sabha exit poll debates on television channels. Pawan Khera, the spokesperson and media department chairperson of the Congress, emphasized that the voters have already cast their votes and their verdict is now secured. Khera stated, “The results will be out on 4th June. Prior to that, we do not see any reason to indulge in speculation and slugfest for TRP.” He further added, “The Indian National Congress will not participate in the debates on Exit Polls. The purpose of any debate should be to inform the people. We will happily partake in debates from 4th June onwards.” The decision was made after extensive consultations within the party.

Amit Malviya, the BJP’s IT cell chief, took a dig at the Congress by suggesting that they should consider “staying in their bunkers” on June 4th. This remark comes in response to the Congress’ announcement of not participating in any Lok Sabha exit poll debates on television channels. Malviya said, “Congress concedes Lok Sabha 2024 on the eve of Phase 7 polling. It may not be a bad idea for the Congress to stay in their bunkers on 4th Jun too, since results are likely to be more brutal than what exit pollsters may have to say. Good luck!”

BJP president J P Nadda further claimed that the Congress’ decision not to participate in exit poll debates is an “unequivocal confirmation” that the opposition party has already conceded the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. In a post on X, Nadda urged voters not to waste their votes in the seventh and final phase of the polls on Saturday, as the Congress usually opts out when it doesn’t expect favorable results but has no qualms about showing up if it thinks it has even an outside chance. Nadda stated, “Their hypocrisy is not lost on anyone. Let no one in Phase 7 waste their vote on them.” Nadda’s criticism of the opposition party came after the Congress announced its decision to abstain from participating in any Lok Sabha exit poll debates on news channels, citing a desire to avoid engaging in speculation and slugfest for TRPs.