Predictions for Puducherry Elections: NRC+ Alliance Expected to Retain Power
As Puducherry gears up for its elections, recent exit polls indicate that the NRC+ coalition, led by Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, is likely to maintain its hold on power. Predictions suggest they could secure between 16 to 25 seats, while the Congress-led alliance is expected to gain 4 to 12 seats. The TVK-NMK coalition, led by actor Vijay, is projected to win only a few seats. With a record voter turnout of 89.87%, this election marks a significant moment in Puducherry's political landscape. Read on to explore the detailed predictions and insights from various polls.
| Apr 29, 2026, 20:26 IST
Election Forecasts for Puducherry
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy is poised to lead his coalition back to power, according to four exit polls predicting outcomes for Puducherry. These polls suggest that the NDA coalition, led by NRC+, could secure between 16 to 25 seats. Meanwhile, the Congress-led alliance, which is attempting to wrest control from the ruling government, is projected to win between 4 to 12 seats. The TVK-NMK coalition, spearheaded by actor-politician Vijay, has generated significant buzz and expectations but is estimated to gain only 2 to 4 seats according to the Axis My India exit poll. All four exit polls indicate that NRC leader and Chief Minister N. Rangasamy will remain in office, with none predicting fewer than 16 seats, which is the threshold for a majority.
Poll Data Overview
Statistical Insights
Praja Poll: NRC+ (19-25) | Congress+ (6-10)
Kamakhya Analytics: NRC+ (17-24) | Congress+ (4-7) | TVK+ (1-2) | Others (0-1)
Axis My India: NRC+ (16-20) | Congress+ (6-8) | TVK+ (2-4) | Others (1-3)
Peoples Pulse: NRC+ (16-19) | Congress+ (10-12) | Others (1-2)
Puducherry has a total of 30 seats, with a record voter turnout of 89.87%, marking the highest participation since 1964. This election follows the region's first assembly election after its merger with India post-independence.