As the Haryana assembly election results approach, former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda of Congress expressed confidence in his party's performance, claiming an increase in vote share across all Lok Sabha and assembly seats. Hooda, who emphasized he is 'neither tired nor retired', stated that the final decision on the chief ministerial candidate will be made by the party high command, which he believes will be acceptable to all. He criticized the current BJP government for a deterioration in law and order, reminiscent of the situation before his leadership from 2005 to 2014. Hooda mentioned that several potential candidates, including his son Deepender and others, are being considered for the CM role. He asserted that the electoral battle is primarily between Congress and BJP, dismissing the influence of 'vote cutters'. Voting took place on October 5, with results set to be announced on October 8.