The India Today-CVoter survey claims the NDA would grab 324 seats if Lok Sabha elections happened today, while the Congress-led opposition, which won 234 seats in 2024, would drop to 208. Sounds like a big win for the NDA, right? But hold on—can a survey really capture what 140 crore Indians think by asking just a tiny group, not even thousands? This feels more like a TV drama than the real deal.
These polls, hyped up with hashtags like #loksabha2025 and #pmmodi, aren’t just about showing what people think—they’re about making people think a certain way. With Bihar elections around the corner, the timing seems fishy, like it’s planned to boost the NDA’s image. The media, which should be a pillar of democracy, is acting more like its enemy by pushing these stories. They know how to spin a tale to grab attention, but it’s not news, it’s a show.
We’re not saying the NDA isn’t strong or the opposition isn’t struggling. The 2024 results showed voters can surprise everyone. But boiling down India’s mood to a few numbers ignores how different we all are. Media houses love this game—flashy headlines, push notifications, and a “subscribe” button to keep you hooked. They want you to hit that bell icon, but what’s the cost to real information?
How low will the media go to sell these stories? When polls are used to trick people instead of informing them, democracy takes a hit. Voters aren’t pieces on a game board for TV channels chasing views. We need clear, honest polling methods and real talk, not made-up drama. India’s future isn’t a reality show—it’s our responsibility.
