The anti-establishment Five Star Movement, ruling Democratic Party and former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's right-wing coalition have all predicted victory.
The research team has used high-tech devices to monitor the migration of black-tip sharks, which also helps to understand the ecosystem and the health of the ocean.
Reporters without Borders has taken exception to the decision of MHA to ban media presence during the time of a terror attack and suggested modification in public interest.