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Exit polls decision: Amit Shah takes a dig at Congress
Union Home Minister Amit Shah took a dig at the Congress over its decision not to participate in exit poll debates, saying the grand old party has been in a “denial mode" after realising the reality of Lok Sabha election result
"The Congress ran the campaign through the polls that it is going to get a majority. But it has now realised the reality and knows that it faces a rout in the exit polls to be broadcast after the elections tomorrow," the senior BJP leader said.
What PM said on voting day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged people to vote in large numbers as polling for the last phase of Lok Sabha elections began.
"Together, let's make our democracy more vibrant and participative," the Prime Minister said on X.
Modi's parliamentary constituency Varanasi is also voting on Saturday.
"Today is the final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. As 57 seats across 8 states and UTs go to the polls, calling upon the voters to turnout in large numbers and vote. I hope young and women voters exercise their franchise in record numbers," he said
A quick guide on Phase 7
All you need to know about Phase 7 polling: A quick guide for you