India will start releasing outcomes of latest state elections on Sunday, offering necessary clues about voter assist for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling social gathering as he seeks a 3rd time period in workplace.

Three northern states — Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh — will likely be key to look at, since they’re unfold throughout what’s referred to as the Hindi heartland of India, a area the place Modi enjoys sturdy assist. In whole, 5 states held elections in November to decide on lawmakers for his or her native assemblies.