According to a data analysis by Factly, BJP-led NDA will not see any net gain in its Rajya Sabha numbers in 2017, despite its landslide victory in Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. However, the analysis revealed that NDA would win about 11 seats in 2018 while the UPA will lose 11 seats in the Rajya Sabha elections across 19 states. The four new nominated members will have the choice to join any party.