ANN News’ Exit Poll Shocks Everyone with 98% Accuracy in Jammu and Kashmir Elections
Limya Mahajan
Srinagar: In a stunning display of political insight, ANN News, Kashmir’s first and only indigenous TV news channel, has set a new standard for electoral analysis by delivering a near-perfect exit poll in the recent Jammu and Kashmir elections. With a remarkable 98% accuracy rate, ANN News has outperformed major media outlets, showcasing its deep understanding of the region’s complex political landscape.
One of the standout predictions by ANN News was the defeat of Apni Party Chief Altaf Bukhari in Chanapora to National Conference’s Mushtaq Guru, a forecast that proved spot-on. In addition, the channel accurately anticipated a comprehensive sweep by the National Conference in Srinagar and Budgam, and correctly predicted Iltija Mufti’s defeat in Bijbehara.
The channel’s precision extended beyond these key contests, capturing the mood of voters across the Jammu division and other districts. ANN News provided a highly accurate forecast for individual candidate performances, including independent candidates who secured surprising victories, further reinforcing its credibility.
In its broader predictions, ANN News accurately projected the National Conference-Congress alliance would secure between 48 and 55 seats, with the National Conference expected to cross the crucial 40-seat threshold. The final results mirrored these predictions, with the alliance clinching 49 seats, underscoring the channel’s reliability in political forecasting.
Other key projections included People’s Conference leader Sajad Lone winning one seat and losing another, the PDP winning only three seats, and Omer Abdullah securing two constituencies. Fayaz Mir from the PDP won his seat in Kupwara, Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh emerged victorious from Langate, and Waheed Para triumphed in Pulwama.
The near-perfect accuracy of ANN News’ exit poll highlights the channel’s dedication to fact-based journalism, establishing it as a trusted source for political analysis in the region. As Jammu and Kashmir’s political environment continues to evolve, ANN News has solidified its position as a frontrunner in electoral coverage, offering insights that resonate with voters and contribute to informed public discourse.
In a rapidly shifting media landscape, ANN News’ growing credibility sets a new benchmark for future election coverage, ensuring its audience remains engaged and well-informed about the region’s political dynamics.
