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The Congress party, led by spokesperson Pawan Khera, has announced its decision to abstain from participating in any Lok Sabha exit poll debates on television channels. The party stated that they do not want to indulge in speculation and slugfest for TRP, as the results of the election will be out on 4th June. This move comes after consultations within the party, confirming their stance to focus on informing the people rather than engaging in premature discussions. The decision was shared in a statement released by Mr. Khera, who emphasized that the purpose of any debate should be to provide valuable information to the public. The Indian National Congress aims to participate in debates post the election results, starting from 4th June onwards. The move has sparked reactions from various political leaders, with BJP national president J P Nadda interpreting it as the Congress conceding the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He urged voters not to ‘waste their votes’ on the party, questioning their approach towards the democratic process. The decision to boycott exit poll debates has raised discussions about the significance of exit polls in understanding voter sentiment and predicting election outcomes. As the Lok Sabha elections draw to a close with the last phase on June 1, all eyes are set on the exit poll results that will offer insights into India’s voting trends. The exit poll results are scheduled to be released after 6 pm on June 1, followed by the official counting of votes and result declaration on June 4. These polls are conducted by various organizations with the involvement of media partners to provide an overview of the electorate’s preferences. The Congress’ decision to refrain from exit poll debates reflects their commitment to better engage with the public and prioritize informational discussions over premature speculations.
