Fact-Check: Exit Poll Graphic Predicting BJP Lead in Amritsar is Fake

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Posted by pallavi on 2024-09-11 07:39:00 |

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Claim

A video circulating on social media claims that a reputed exit poll survey predicted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would lead in Amritsar, surpassing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress.

Fact Verification

Fact checkers have confirmed that the viral graphic showing BJP candidate Tranjit Singh Sandhu leading in Amritsar is fake. The misleading graphic does not represent any legitimate exit poll results.

Ban on Exit Polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has banned the publication of exit polls until 6:30 pm on June 1, 2024, the last day of voting. Therefore, any exit poll predictions circulated before this time are not authorized.

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