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BJP Set for Third Consecutive Term in Uttar Pradesh Finds New Survey
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Moneycontrol•16-10-2026, 21:01
BJP Set for Third Consecutive Term in Uttar Pradesh Finds New Survey
  • •A mega survey by News18 indicates that the BJP-led NDA holds a commanding edge in Uttar Pradesh with nearly two-thirds of respondents favoring the ruling government.
  • •Approximately 66.6 percent of surveyed individuals stated they would vote for the BJP if elections were held today, while the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance stood at 26.4 percent.
  • •Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath remains the overwhelming favorite for the top job, with 66.2 percent of respondents backing him for another term.
  • •The survey covered over 30000 respondents across all 75 districts of the state, revealing strong regional support for the NDA particularly in Ruhelkhand and Doab.

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According to the News18 mega survey released on Friday, the BJP-led NDA holds a commanding lead with 66.6% of respondents stating they would vote for the ruling government if elections were held today. Additionally, 65% of people believe BJP should be given a third consecutive term in Uttar Pradesh.

Yogi Adityanath is the clear preferred choice for chief minister, with 66.2% of respondents favoring him for the top job. In comparison, Akhilesh Yadav was chosen by only 24.4% of the respondents.

The Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance was favored by 26.4% of respondents for the upcoming elections, while Mayawati's BSP received just 5.4% support. Furthermore, 26.5% of those surveyed believed the SP-Congress alliance could wrest power from the NDA.