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THE TIMES OF INDIA | May 01, 2026, 11:17:27 IST
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Assembly Election 2026 Live Updates: 'Will receive good news' -MK Stalin confident of return to power ahead of poll results
Voting for the 2026 assembly elections across key states has concluded, with the focus now shifting to exit polls that offer an early indication of possible outcomes ahead of the final results on May 4. The elections, particularly in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, have been closely watched due to their political significance and high-stakes contests.
In West Bengal, polling across 142 constituencies in the second phase marked a decisive moment, with over 3.22 crore voters participating. The election saw intense mobilisation, aided by a high turnout in the first phase and sharp political messaging around issues such as the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and voter eligibility concerns. Exit polls now suggest a tightly contested race, with most projections pointing to a hung assembly and a near-even split between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP, signalling a strong challenge to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s long-standing dominance.
In Tamil Nadu, while several exit polls indicate that the DMK-led alliance may retain power, the emergence of actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has added a new dimension to the electoral landscape. Some projections even suggest that the party could emerge as a major force, disrupting the traditional DMK-AIADMK binary.
Assam appears headed for political continuity, with most exit polls predicting a comfortable victory for the BJP. The party is projected to secure a decisive lead over the Congress, reinforcing its dominance in the state and potentially securing another term in power.
Kerala, meanwhile, is shaping up to be a closely fought contest. Exit polls give a slight edge to the Congress-led UDF, though projections vary, with some surveys still suggesting the possibility of the ruling Left Democratic Front retaining power. The outcome is seen as a crucial test of whether Kerala’s traditional pattern of alternating governments will reassert itself.
In Puducherry, the trend appears clearer, with exit polls indicating that the NDA, led locally by the AINRC-BJP alliance, is likely to retain power with a comfortable majority.
Overall, exit polls across states suggest a mixed political picture, with potential regime change in some regions and continuity in others, setting the stage for a closely watched counting day.
In West Bengal, polling across 142 constituencies in the second phase marked a decisive moment, with over 3.22 crore voters participating. The election saw intense mobilisation, aided by a high turnout in the first phase and sharp political messaging around issues such as the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and voter eligibility concerns. Exit polls now suggest a tightly contested race, with most projections pointing to a hung assembly and a near-even split between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP, signalling a strong challenge to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s long-standing dominance.
In Tamil Nadu, while several exit polls indicate that the DMK-led alliance may retain power, the emergence of actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has added a new dimension to the electoral landscape. Some projections even suggest that the party could emerge as a major force, disrupting the traditional DMK-AIADMK binary.
Assam appears headed for political continuity, with most exit polls predicting a comfortable victory for the BJP. The party is projected to secure a decisive lead over the Congress, reinforcing its dominance in the state and potentially securing another term in power.
Kerala, meanwhile, is shaping up to be a closely fought contest. Exit polls give a slight edge to the Congress-led UDF, though projections vary, with some surveys still suggesting the possibility of the ruling Left Democratic Front retaining power. The outcome is seen as a crucial test of whether Kerala’s traditional pattern of alternating governments will reassert itself.
In Puducherry, the trend appears clearer, with exit polls indicating that the NDA, led locally by the AINRC-BJP alliance, is likely to retain power with a comfortable majority.
Overall, exit polls across states suggest a mixed political picture, with potential regime change in some regions and continuity in others, setting the stage for a closely watched counting day.
- West Bengal: Exit polls suggest a hung assembly, with TMC and BJP locked in a close fight at around 145 seats each.
- Tamil Nadu: Most polls project a DMK-led alliance return, though some indicate Vijay’s TVK could emerge as a strong disruptor or even largest party.
- Assam: Exit polls point to a clear BJP victory, with the party likely to secure a comfortable majority over Congress.
- Kerala: A tight contest is expected, with a slight edge to UDF, though projections vary and the outcome remains uncertain.
- Puducherry: The NDA is projected to retain power comfortably, with a clear lead over the Congress-DMK alliance.
09:37 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal election 2026: 'Vote peacefully': BJP's Baranagar candidate Sajal Ghosh urges voters to exercise franchise fearlessly
Bharatiya Janata Party Baranagar candidate Sajal Ghosh on Wednesday urged voters to exercise their franchise peacefully and fearlessly as polling for the final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections began in parts of North 24 Parganas.
Speaking to ANI, BJP Baranagar candidate Ghosh said, "Vote peacefully. Everyone should vote. Vote first, then have refreshments. You should go out without any fear."
BJP candidate from Panihati assembly constituency, Ratna Debnath, cast her vote at a polling booth and displayed her inked finger.
Bharatiya Janata Party's Panihati assembly candidate flagged a possible issue with the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), saying that she will be informing election officials about the same.
Ratna Debnath claimed that there was a possible issue with the EVM button while casting her vote and said she would inform polling officials. She thanked early voters, urged others to turn out in large numbers, and expressed hope for justice.
Speaking to ANI, Debnath said, "I feel there is some problem with the press button on the EVM. It is taking time to press it; I will inform the officer. I thank every voter who came early to vote, and I appeal to all voters to come out and vote. I believe I will get justice."Debnath is also the mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim.
The scale of the final phase is massive, covering nearly half of the state's total assembly seats, 142 out of 294. An elderly voter showed his inked finger after he cast his vote at a polling booth in North 24 Parganas.
Polling is underway amid security arrangements, with voters arriving at booths since early morning.
Speaking to ANI, BJP Baranagar candidate Ghosh said, "Vote peacefully. Everyone should vote. Vote first, then have refreshments. You should go out without any fear."
BJP candidate from Panihati assembly constituency, Ratna Debnath, cast her vote at a polling booth and displayed her inked finger.
Bharatiya Janata Party's Panihati assembly candidate flagged a possible issue with the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), saying that she will be informing election officials about the same.
Ratna Debnath claimed that there was a possible issue with the EVM button while casting her vote and said she would inform polling officials. She thanked early voters, urged others to turn out in large numbers, and expressed hope for justice.
Speaking to ANI, Debnath said, "I feel there is some problem with the press button on the EVM. It is taking time to press it; I will inform the officer. I thank every voter who came early to vote, and I appeal to all voters to come out and vote. I believe I will get justice."Debnath is also the mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim.
The scale of the final phase is massive, covering nearly half of the state's total assembly seats, 142 out of 294. An elderly voter showed his inked finger after he cast his vote at a polling booth in North 24 Parganas.
Polling is underway amid security arrangements, with voters arriving at booths since early morning.
09:01 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal elections: BJP's Rashbehari candidate Swapan Dasgupta cast vote, says 'Bengal will set new trend of having peaceful polls'
As polling for the second phase of the 2026 Assembly elections is underway across 142 constituencies in West Bengal, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Rashbehari constituency candidate Swapan Dasgupta on Wednesday cast his vote here, urging voters to turnout in large numbers.
Speaking to ANI after he cast his vote in Rashbehari constituency, Dasgupta praised the Election Commission for the peaceful election in the first phase. He added that West Bengal would set a new trend of having peaceful elections across the state.
"The election has just started. The first thing I did was vote. There was a long line which is very good because it shows that a lot of people are voting with great enthusiasm. We feel that the higher the turnout, the greater will be the prospects for people voting for change in West Bengal...I hope that the high turnout of the first phase, the peaceful nature of the polling in the first phase, is repeated in the second phase as well and West Bengal will set a new trend of having peaceful elections, and if that happens, my full compliments to the Election Commission..." Dasgupta added.
Furthermore, BJP candidate from the Pursurah assembly seat, Biman Ghosh, cast his vote in Hooghly. Speaking to ANI, Ghosh appealed to voters to come out of their homes and exercise their voting right.
He further hoped for peaceful elections in the state, expressing confidence in the BJP's victory in the elections.
"I appeal to the voters to come out in the morning and vote. This is a festival. Vote and change Bengal. Real transformation will come now. This time, that record (in the first phase) will be broken...Voting should hopefully be peaceful...We will win a high number of seats and come to power. Bengal will transform...TMC Private Limited Company of the aunt and nephew, will shut down. Its workers will have to look for other companies...To people I would like to say - Pehle matdaan, phir jalpaan," said Biman Ghosh.
Speaking to ANI after he cast his vote in Rashbehari constituency, Dasgupta praised the Election Commission for the peaceful election in the first phase. He added that West Bengal would set a new trend of having peaceful elections across the state.
"The election has just started. The first thing I did was vote. There was a long line which is very good because it shows that a lot of people are voting with great enthusiasm. We feel that the higher the turnout, the greater will be the prospects for people voting for change in West Bengal...I hope that the high turnout of the first phase, the peaceful nature of the polling in the first phase, is repeated in the second phase as well and West Bengal will set a new trend of having peaceful elections, and if that happens, my full compliments to the Election Commission..." Dasgupta added.
Furthermore, BJP candidate from the Pursurah assembly seat, Biman Ghosh, cast his vote in Hooghly. Speaking to ANI, Ghosh appealed to voters to come out of their homes and exercise their voting right.
He further hoped for peaceful elections in the state, expressing confidence in the BJP's victory in the elections.
"I appeal to the voters to come out in the morning and vote. This is a festival. Vote and change Bengal. Real transformation will come now. This time, that record (in the first phase) will be broken...Voting should hopefully be peaceful...We will win a high number of seats and come to power. Bengal will transform...TMC Private Limited Company of the aunt and nephew, will shut down. Its workers will have to look for other companies...To people I would like to say - Pehle matdaan, phir jalpaan," said Biman Ghosh.
08:57 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: 'Acting as per the BJP’s directions' - Mamata says poll observers threatening voters in Phase 2
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee claimed that “several observers have come from outside and are acting as per the BJP’s directions.”
“People are supposed to cast their votes, can voting take place like this?”
She also alleged that all their party flags had been removed beforehand and that some outsiders are doing as they please.
“They are not allowing the councillor of Ward No. 70 to step out. They are picking up all our boys. Abhishek and I stayed awake the entire night.”
“People are supposed to cast their votes, can voting take place like this?”
She also alleged that all their party flags had been removed beforehand and that some outsiders are doing as they please.
“They are not allowing the councillor of Ward No. 70 to step out. They are picking up all our boys. Abhishek and I stayed awake the entire night.”
08:38 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Mamata visits polling booths in her Bhabanipur constituency
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday visited various booths in her Bhabanipur assembly constituency where polling is under way.
The Bhabanipur assembly segment is Banerjee’s political bastion, where she faces Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in a prestige battle seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram, where he had defeated her in 2021.
The TMC chief generally goes out of her Kalighat residence in the afternoon on the polling day to cast her vote at Mitra Institution school.
She, however, went out before 8 am to visit various polling stations in the Bhabanipur assembly segment, including those in the Chetla area, in south Kolkata.
Voting is under way in 142 constituencies in the second and final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, amid unprecedented security arrangements.
08:33 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal election 2026: 'Vote for Sonar Bangla': Amit Shah urges record turnout as West Bengal phase-2 polling across 142 seats under way
Union home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday urged voters to turn out in large numbers for the second and final phase of West Bengal assembly polls, pitching development, women's safety, and strict action against infiltrators as central issues while calling for a mandate to build "Sonar Bangla."
In a post on X, Shah said, "To free West Bengal from the misrule of fear, syndicates, and corruption, in this second and final phase, I appeal to all voters, especially to mothers, sisters, and the youth, to vote in record numbers. Your one vote will not only restore Bengal's pride but also ensure women's safety. Only a government with a clear direction for development and the firm resolve to take strict action against infiltrators can realise the dreams of Bengal's youth. Vote in record numbers for building Sonar Bangla," Amit Shah wrote.
The scale of the final phase is massive, covering nearly half of the state's total assembly seats, 142 (out of 294).
The total electorate is around 3.21 crore (Male: 1,64,35,627 and Female: 1,57,37,418 and Third Gender: 792). 1,448 candidates are in the fray, including 220 women at 41,001 polling stations, with over 8,000 managed entirely by women.
The second phase of polling is crucial in shaping the electoral trajectory in the state, with 142 constituencies in Bengal going to vote. Authorities have put in place elaborate arrangements to ensure smooth and peaceful polling across regions.
In a post on X, Shah said, "To free West Bengal from the misrule of fear, syndicates, and corruption, in this second and final phase, I appeal to all voters, especially to mothers, sisters, and the youth, to vote in record numbers. Your one vote will not only restore Bengal's pride but also ensure women's safety. Only a government with a clear direction for development and the firm resolve to take strict action against infiltrators can realise the dreams of Bengal's youth. Vote in record numbers for building Sonar Bangla," Amit Shah wrote.
The scale of the final phase is massive, covering nearly half of the state's total assembly seats, 142 (out of 294).
The total electorate is around 3.21 crore (Male: 1,64,35,627 and Female: 1,57,37,418 and Third Gender: 792). 1,448 candidates are in the fray, including 220 women at 41,001 polling stations, with over 8,000 managed entirely by women.
The second phase of polling is crucial in shaping the electoral trajectory in the state, with 142 constituencies in Bengal going to vote. Authorities have put in place elaborate arrangements to ensure smooth and peaceful polling across regions.
08:26 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Newly appointed India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi casts vote in Kolkata's Ballygunge
Newly appointed India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, cast his vote at the United Missionary Primary Teachers Training Institute polling station in Kolkata's Ballygunge, as polling for the second phase of West Bengal elections commenced on Wednesday.
Speaking to ANI, Trivedi termed the elections a "festival of democracy" and "heritage" of the country, reflecting on the traditions of democracy which have been continuing for the past thousands of years. He also congratulated the Election Commission of India and security personnel, who were involved in the smooth conduct of the elections.
"This is not just a festival--it is a festival of democracy. And in this festival of democracy, everyone participates with joy and happiness; this is our heritage, the heritage of India. Thousands of years ago, there was democracy, and even today, that same democratic spirit continues. I would like to congratulate the Election Commission of India and all the foot soldiers involved. Today, as we cast our votes, there is immense effort behind it--not just today, but over many months. So first and foremost, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Election Commission and all those personnel who have left their homes and families to serve in this process," Trivedi said.
The second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 has officially commenced, preceded by rigorous mock polls across the state's high-stakes corridors.
Early morning visuals captured a state in "mission mode." Election officials and polling agents gathered at dawn to conduct mock polls, a mandatory procedure to ensure the integrity of EVMs and VVPAT machines.
Speaking to ANI, Trivedi termed the elections a "festival of democracy" and "heritage" of the country, reflecting on the traditions of democracy which have been continuing for the past thousands of years. He also congratulated the Election Commission of India and security personnel, who were involved in the smooth conduct of the elections.
"This is not just a festival--it is a festival of democracy. And in this festival of democracy, everyone participates with joy and happiness; this is our heritage, the heritage of India. Thousands of years ago, there was democracy, and even today, that same democratic spirit continues. I would like to congratulate the Election Commission of India and all the foot soldiers involved. Today, as we cast our votes, there is immense effort behind it--not just today, but over many months. So first and foremost, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Election Commission and all those personnel who have left their homes and families to serve in this process," Trivedi said.
The second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 has officially commenced, preceded by rigorous mock polls across the state's high-stakes corridors.
Early morning visuals captured a state in "mission mode." Election officials and polling agents gathered at dawn to conduct mock polls, a mandatory procedure to ensure the integrity of EVMs and VVPAT machines.
08:17 (IST) Apr 29
I’m very happy to be able to cast my vote early in the morning. We are just going to continue what we started in the first phase. What we saw in the first phase, and what we are likely to see today, is something I would describe as ‘revenge voting’…We expect to see strong voter turnout throughout the day…We have never seen an election like this before. While voting is usually a celebration of democracy, this time it feels like a form of military rule, as you can see.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra after casting her vote
08:14 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: BJP's Ratna Debnath flags EVM issue, urges voters to exercise franchise as voting commences
Voting for the last phase of the West Bengal assembly elections began on Wednesday in parts of North 24 Parganas, with Bharatiya Janata Party's Panihati assembly candidate flagging a possible issue with the Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), saying that she will be informing election officials about the same.
BJP candidate from Panihati Assembly constituency, Ratna Debnath, cast her vote at a polling booth and displayed her inked finger.
Ratna Debnath claimed that there was a possible issue with the EVM button while casting her vote and said she would inform polling officials. She thanked early voters, urged others to turn out in large numbers, and expressed hope for justice.
Speaking to ANI, Debnath said, "I feel there is some problem with the press button on the EVM. It is taking time to press it; I will inform the officer. I thank every voter who came early to vote, and I appeal to all voters to come out and vote. I believe I will get justice."
Debnath is also the mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim.
Polling is underway amid security arrangements, with voters arriving at booths since early morning.
BJP candidate from Panihati Assembly constituency, Ratna Debnath, cast her vote at a polling booth and displayed her inked finger.
Ratna Debnath claimed that there was a possible issue with the EVM button while casting her vote and said she would inform polling officials. She thanked early voters, urged others to turn out in large numbers, and expressed hope for justice.
Speaking to ANI, Debnath said, "I feel there is some problem with the press button on the EVM. It is taking time to press it; I will inform the officer. I thank every voter who came early to vote, and I appeal to all voters to come out and vote. I believe I will get justice."
Debnath is also the mother of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder victim.
Polling is underway amid security arrangements, with voters arriving at booths since early morning.
08:00 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: PM Modi appeals to people of West Bengal to cast votes in 'record numbers'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to the people of West Bengal to cast their votes in "record numbers" in the second phase of polling that is being held on Wednesday.
PM Modi particularly urged women and youth to exercise their franchise.
Voting has started in 142 constituencies of West Bengal in the second and final phase of polling.
"Today is Phase-2 of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Urging all those voting today to do so in record numbers and make our democracy more vibrant as well as participative. It is important that the women and youth of West Bengal, in particular, turnout in large numbers and exercise their franchise," Modi said in a message.
The Prime Minister said that as vigilant citizens of the nation, it is everyone's duty to ensure record voter turnout to further empower democracy.
"In this way, we can not only actively participate in the reconstruction of India, but also strengthen the foundation of a strong and prosperous nation," he said.
First phase of polling for 152 seats -- out of the 294 member West Bengal assembly -- was held on April 23.
PM Modi particularly urged women and youth to exercise their franchise.
Voting has started in 142 constituencies of West Bengal in the second and final phase of polling.
"Today is Phase-2 of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Urging all those voting today to do so in record numbers and make our democracy more vibrant as well as participative. It is important that the women and youth of West Bengal, in particular, turnout in large numbers and exercise their franchise," Modi said in a message.
The Prime Minister said that as vigilant citizens of the nation, it is everyone's duty to ensure record voter turnout to further empower democracy.
"In this way, we can not only actively participate in the reconstruction of India, but also strengthen the foundation of a strong and prosperous nation," he said.
First phase of polling for 152 seats -- out of the 294 member West Bengal assembly -- was held on April 23.
07:55 (IST) Apr 29
Phase 2 voting begins with violence; BJP worker beaten in Nadia
During the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, a BJP polling agent alleged an attack at Booth No. 53 in Chapra, accusing workers of the Trinamool Congress of intimidation and violence. The incident reportedly disrupted voting temporarily, though authorities moved in to restore order and ensure polling continued under tight security.
07:46 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: 100-metre radius rule closes down eateries, city counts losses
After liquor, Election Commission has asked eateries that are within 100 metres of polling booth to stay closed. However, the 100-metre rule would vary from constituency to constituency. This has resulted in closure of more than 400 prominent eateries across the city on April 29 and, for some, both on April 28 and 29.
According to EC sources, all business establishments within a 100-metre radius of a polling station must remain closed on polling day, and in certain cases, even a day before the election. The duration of the closure will depend on factors such as the sensitivity of the assembly constituency, the specific polling station, the arrival of CAPF personnel and polling party, and other security-related issues, sources added.
Manish Singh, the owner of Balwant Singh Dhaba on Harish Mukherjee Road, pointed out that central forces asked them to close on April 27 evening as they are within the stipulated range. “We are closed since 9 pm on April 27 and would remain closed on April 28 and 29,” he added. According to him, this is for the first time that normal eateries were asked to stay shut on election day.
According to EC sources, all business establishments within a 100-metre radius of a polling station must remain closed on polling day, and in certain cases, even a day before the election. The duration of the closure will depend on factors such as the sensitivity of the assembly constituency, the specific polling station, the arrival of CAPF personnel and polling party, and other security-related issues, sources added.
Manish Singh, the owner of Balwant Singh Dhaba on Harish Mukherjee Road, pointed out that central forces asked them to close on April 27 evening as they are within the stipulated range. “We are closed since 9 pm on April 27 and would remain closed on April 28 and 29,” he added. According to him, this is for the first time that normal eateries were asked to stay shut on election day.
07:40 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal polls: 41,001 polling stations, 2,400 CAPF companies deployed
As voting is under way in West Bengal for the second phase of the election, special electoral roll Observer Subrata Gupta expressed confidence in the preparedness for polling.
"The final preparation is good. We are prepared to host phase two of the elections tomorrow in 41,001 polling stations across eight districts in South Bengal. Almost 2,400 companies of CAPF are being deployed to maintain peace and law and order and also to ensure the security of the voters...We are prepared for the worst. While we believe that the planning which has gone into phase two will bear fruit in the form of a peaceful second phase, we are prepared to face any law and order issue," Gupta told ANI.
He urged people to vote in large numbers.
"We would invite all voters to beat the figures already achieved in phase one, which is 93 % plus. We invite all voters in phase two to come and vote peacefully and without any fear...There have been six cases of deletions and 1,468 cases of addition in the roll. Those who have been included in this 1,468, they will be able to cast their vote in this phase," he added.
On security arrangements, he said some contingents will be equipped with body cameras, while all strong room complexes will be guarded by CAPF personnel as per defined security protocols. "CCTV cameras have been installed at the entry points of strong rooms, and the footage will be accessible to candidates and their agents," he said.
Gupta further noted that each polling booth will be manned by four security personnel. "At least two webcams have been installed at every booth--one inside and one outside," he added.
He also said that most residents are enthusiastic about voting and highlighted the availability of a toll-free helpline (18003450008) for complaints. "Anyone can call and lodge a complaint. It will be recorded and entered into our system to ensure proper redressal," Gupta said.
"The final preparation is good. We are prepared to host phase two of the elections tomorrow in 41,001 polling stations across eight districts in South Bengal. Almost 2,400 companies of CAPF are being deployed to maintain peace and law and order and also to ensure the security of the voters...We are prepared for the worst. While we believe that the planning which has gone into phase two will bear fruit in the form of a peaceful second phase, we are prepared to face any law and order issue," Gupta told ANI.
He urged people to vote in large numbers.
"We would invite all voters to beat the figures already achieved in phase one, which is 93 % plus. We invite all voters in phase two to come and vote peacefully and without any fear...There have been six cases of deletions and 1,468 cases of addition in the roll. Those who have been included in this 1,468, they will be able to cast their vote in this phase," he added.
On security arrangements, he said some contingents will be equipped with body cameras, while all strong room complexes will be guarded by CAPF personnel as per defined security protocols. "CCTV cameras have been installed at the entry points of strong rooms, and the footage will be accessible to candidates and their agents," he said.
Gupta further noted that each polling booth will be manned by four security personnel. "At least two webcams have been installed at every booth--one inside and one outside," he added.
He also said that most residents are enthusiastic about voting and highlighted the availability of a toll-free helpline (18003450008) for complaints. "Anyone can call and lodge a complaint. It will be recorded and entered into our system to ensure proper redressal," Gupta said.
07:20 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: West Bengal saw record 91.78% polling in Phase 1
The first phase of elections on April 23 had seen a record 91.78 per cent polling. The voting on Wednesday will decide the electoral fate of 1,448 candidates, which includes 1,228 men and 220 women.
The Election Commission has made all arrangements for the smooth conduct of the polling process. Of over 3.22 crore total voters, 3.21 crore are general electors and nearly 40,000 are service voters. There are 1.64 crore male electors and 1.57 crore female electors, and 792 have been identified as the third gender.
Over 4.12 lakh voters are in the 18-19 age bracket, and over 3,200 voters are 100 years and above. There are over 57,000 voters with disabilities (PWD). The Election Commission has set up 41,001 polling stations for the smooth conduct of elections.
Authorities have put in place extensive security measures, including deployment of central armed police forces and state police personnel, particularly in sensitive and hyper-sensitive areas.
Election officials are closely monitoring the process through webcasting, CCTV surveillance and the presence of micro-observers to ensure free and fair polling. Special arrangements have also been made to facilitate voting for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
The high-stakes electoral contest sees the ruling Trinamool Congress, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, aiming to retain power, while the Bharatiya Janata Party is making strong efforts to expand its presence in the state.
These include 39,301 main stations and 1700 auxiliary stations. There are 8,845 all-women-managed stations, 13 PWD-managed stations, and 258 "model" polling stations. There will be webcasting for all 41,001 polling stations.
The Election Commission has made all arrangements for the smooth conduct of the polling process. Of over 3.22 crore total voters, 3.21 crore are general electors and nearly 40,000 are service voters. There are 1.64 crore male electors and 1.57 crore female electors, and 792 have been identified as the third gender.
Over 4.12 lakh voters are in the 18-19 age bracket, and over 3,200 voters are 100 years and above. There are over 57,000 voters with disabilities (PWD). The Election Commission has set up 41,001 polling stations for the smooth conduct of elections.
Authorities have put in place extensive security measures, including deployment of central armed police forces and state police personnel, particularly in sensitive and hyper-sensitive areas.
Election officials are closely monitoring the process through webcasting, CCTV surveillance and the presence of micro-observers to ensure free and fair polling. Special arrangements have also been made to facilitate voting for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
The high-stakes electoral contest sees the ruling Trinamool Congress, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, aiming to retain power, while the Bharatiya Janata Party is making strong efforts to expand its presence in the state.
These include 39,301 main stations and 1700 auxiliary stations. There are 8,845 all-women-managed stations, 13 PWD-managed stations, and 258 "model" polling stations. There will be webcasting for all 41,001 polling stations.
07:13 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Polling begins for 142 seats in final phase of Bengal assembly elections
Voting began on Wednesday in 142 constituencies in the second and final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, amid unprecedented security arrangements and a high-stakes contest that could decide whether the ruling TMC retains its dominance over southern districts or the BJP can force open the gates of power in the state.
Polling started at 7 am with voters lining up outside booths across Kolkata, Howrah, North and South 24 Parganas, Nadia, Hooghly and Purba Bardhaman — districts that together form the political and electoral core of the state.
Unlike the first phase, where the BJP sought to defend its north Bengal gains, the final round shifts the battle squarely to the TMC’s strongest belt. In 2021, the ruling party had won 123 of these 142 seats, leaving just 18 for the BJP and one for the ISF.
That arithmetic explains why the BJP has treated this phase as its real test. Without breaching south Bengal, there is little route to power in the state.
At the centre of the contest is Bhabanipur, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s political bastion, where she faces Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in a prestige battle seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram, where he had defeated her in 2021.
Polling started at 7 am with voters lining up outside booths across Kolkata, Howrah, North and South 24 Parganas, Nadia, Hooghly and Purba Bardhaman — districts that together form the political and electoral core of the state.
Unlike the first phase, where the BJP sought to defend its north Bengal gains, the final round shifts the battle squarely to the TMC’s strongest belt. In 2021, the ruling party had won 123 of these 142 seats, leaving just 18 for the BJP and one for the ISF.
That arithmetic explains why the BJP has treated this phase as its real test. Without breaching south Bengal, there is little route to power in the state.
At the centre of the contest is Bhabanipur, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s political bastion, where she faces Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari in a prestige battle seen as a symbolic rematch of Nandigram, where he had defeated her in 2021.
07:05 (IST) Apr 29
Today is Phase-2 of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Urging all those voting today to do so in record numbers and make our democracy more vibrant as well as participative. It is important that the women and youth of West Bengal, in particular, turnout in large numbers and exercise their franchise.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
07:05 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Election 2026: Voting begins across 142; battle of heavyweights between Mamata, Suvendu
Voting for the second and final phase of West Bengal elections 2026 begins. Of the 294-Member Assembly, polling being held today on the remaining 142 constituencies.Among the high-profile constituencies going to polls today is Bhabanipur, where CM Mamata Banerjee faces LoP Suvendu Adhikari. He is also contesting from Nandigram, from where he is a sitting MLA of the BJP.
07:01 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Polling across 142 seats in decisive Phase 2 to begins
06:50 (IST) Apr 29
WB Election 2026: 'Singham' under fire: Plea filed in SC to oust Ajay Pal Sharma from Bengal poll duty
In a dramatic escalation of the electoral battle for West Bengal, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Supreme Court of India seeking the immediate removal of Ajay Pal Sharma, a high-profile UP-cadre IPS officer, from his position as a Police Observer.
The petitioner e-filed the Writ Petition (Civil) late on the night of Tuesday (Diary No. EC-SCIN01-21815-2026). The petition invokes Article 32 of the Constitution, which allows citizens to move the apex court directly for the protection of fundamental rights, in this case, the right to a free and fair election.
The petitioner alleged that Sharma, often nicknamed the "Singham of UP" for his record as an encounter specialist, has abandoned the neutrality required of an Election Commission (ECI) observer.
The plea claimed that since assuming charge in South 24 Parganas, Sharma has engaged in "acts of intimidation" and "undue influence," specifically targeting political candidates.
The petition argued that his presence "vitiates the electoral environment," undermining public confidence in the fairness of the 2026 Assembly Elections.
The plea further alleges instances of intimidation, undue influence and bias, which, it claims, have vitiated the level playing field required during elections. It argues that such conduct undermines the fundamental objective of deploying observers, who are expected to act as neutral constitutional functionaries to uphold the integrity of the electoral process.
Referring to provisions under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the petition states that observers are appointed to independently monitor elections and ensure adherence to democratic norms. Any deviation from this role, it contends, weakens public confidence in the system.
The petitioner e-filed the Writ Petition (Civil) late on the night of Tuesday (Diary No. EC-SCIN01-21815-2026). The petition invokes Article 32 of the Constitution, which allows citizens to move the apex court directly for the protection of fundamental rights, in this case, the right to a free and fair election.
The petitioner alleged that Sharma, often nicknamed the "Singham of UP" for his record as an encounter specialist, has abandoned the neutrality required of an Election Commission (ECI) observer.
The plea claimed that since assuming charge in South 24 Parganas, Sharma has engaged in "acts of intimidation" and "undue influence," specifically targeting political candidates.
The petition argued that his presence "vitiates the electoral environment," undermining public confidence in the fairness of the 2026 Assembly Elections.
The plea further alleges instances of intimidation, undue influence and bias, which, it claims, have vitiated the level playing field required during elections. It argues that such conduct undermines the fundamental objective of deploying observers, who are expected to act as neutral constitutional functionaries to uphold the integrity of the electoral process.
Referring to provisions under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the petition states that observers are appointed to independently monitor elections and ensure adherence to democratic norms. Any deviation from this role, it contends, weakens public confidence in the system.
06:47 (IST) Apr 29
WB Election 2026: 'BJP has already secured 100 seats': Sukanta Majumdar predicts Bengal victory in phase II
Amid the high-voltage second phase of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections, Union Minister and BJP leader Sukanta Majumdar on Tuesday expressed unwavering confidence in a BJP mandate, claiming the party has already passed a critical numerical milestone.
Speaking with ANI, he slammed Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing the ruling party of institutionalising criminal behaviour and obstructing the neutrality of the Election Commission (EC).
With polling underway today for the remaining 142 seats in the state's second and final phase, Majumdar asserted that the BJP's performance in the first phase on April 23 had already laid a winning foundation.
"The BJP has already secured 100 seats," Majumdar stated. "Now it is the BJP's turn to form the government in the second phase of the election."
Majumdar's most pointed barbs were reserved for TMC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, whom he accused of blurring the lines between politics and organised crime.
"The problem is that TMC is transforming the criminals into political leaders. Abhishek Banerjee is doing this kind of activity," Majumdar alleged.
He further argued that the TMC's habit of "partial administration" has led them to challenge the Election Commission's recent appointments in court. According to the Minister, the EC is finally bringing in officers known for "honesty, discipline, and being impartial," a move he claims the TMC is desperate to sabotage.
Speaking with ANI, he slammed Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing the ruling party of institutionalising criminal behaviour and obstructing the neutrality of the Election Commission (EC).
With polling underway today for the remaining 142 seats in the state's second and final phase, Majumdar asserted that the BJP's performance in the first phase on April 23 had already laid a winning foundation.
"The BJP has already secured 100 seats," Majumdar stated. "Now it is the BJP's turn to form the government in the second phase of the election."
Majumdar's most pointed barbs were reserved for TMC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, whom he accused of blurring the lines between politics and organised crime.
"The problem is that TMC is transforming the criminals into political leaders. Abhishek Banerjee is doing this kind of activity," Majumdar alleged.
He further argued that the TMC's habit of "partial administration" has led them to challenge the Election Commission's recent appointments in court. According to the Minister, the EC is finally bringing in officers known for "honesty, discipline, and being impartial," a move he claims the TMC is desperate to sabotage.
06:33 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Strict security measures in place to ensure high turnout
A total of 2,321 companies of the central forces have been deployed for this phase. Additionally, there will be 142 general observers, 95 police observers, and 100 expenditure observers.
Additionally, as announced by Union home minister Amit Shah, central forces will remain in the state for the next 60 days as well.
Additionally, as announced by Union home minister Amit Shah, central forces will remain in the state for the next 60 days as well.
06:15 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Over 41,000 polling stations set up for phase 2
The Election Commission has established 41,001 polling stations for the second phase, including 39,301 main booths and 1,700 auxiliary stations. Among these, 8,845 are all-women managed polling stations, while 13 are operated by persons with disabilities. Additionally, 258 model polling stations have been set up. Webcasting has been enabled across all booths to strengthen transparency and monitoring.
06:00 (IST) Apr 29
WB Election 2026: Over 3.22 crore voters to decide fate of 1,448 candidates
More than 3.22 crore voters are set to participate in phase 2, deciding the electoral fate of 1,448 candidates. The contest includes 1,228 men and 220 women candidates. The electorate comprises over 3.21 crore general voters and nearly 40,000 service voters, along with 792 identified as third gender. Over 4.12 lakh voters fall in the 18–19 age bracket, highlighting strong first-time voter participation.
05:35 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: BJP fields Suvendu Adhikari in key contest
The Bharatiya Janata Party has fielded Suvendu Adhikari against Mamata Banerjee, setting up one of the most closely watched contests of the election. Adhikari, who defeated Banerjee in Nandigram in 2021, is aiming to challenge her in her traditional stronghold, intensifying the political battle.
05:05 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Voting across 142 seats in decisive phase 2
Polling is set under phase-2 across 142 constituencies in the second and final phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, with voting to start from 7 am amid tight security arrangements. Over 3.22 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots in what is being seen as the most crucial round of the election cycle. The constituencies span key districts in south Bengal, including Kolkata and adjoining regions, making this phase central to the final outcome. Authorities have deployed extensive security forces and enabled webcasting at all polling stations to ensure a smooth and transparent process.
04:38 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Voters advised to follow strict polling rules
Election authorities have issued guidelines for voters, including the requirement to carry valid photo identification such as EPIC, Aadhaar card or passport. Mobile phones are not permitted inside polling stations, and voters have been advised not to display any political symbols. Officials have also urged voters to verify their vote through the VVPAT system after casting it on the EVM.
04:29 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election Voting 2026: Exit polls to be released after polling ends
Exit poll projections will be released after 6:30 pm on April 29, following the conclusion of voting. As per Election Commission guidelines, no exit poll data can be published before polling ends. With this being the final phase, projections are expected to offer an early indication of the likely outcome ahead of the official results on May 4.
04:28 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Over 2,400 apprehended in crackdown ahead of phase 2 voting
In a major pre-poll crackdown ahead of phase 2 voting, authorities have apprehended 2,473 people across West Bengal over the past two and a half days as part of intensified surveillance.
Officials said most of those detained were identified as potential troublemakers, with the action aimed at ensuring a peaceful voting process across 142 constituencies going to polls on Wednesday. The number of detentions rose sharply in the final stretch, with 809 people picked up on Monday night alone, and further action continuing through Tuesday.
District-wise data showed Purba Bardhaman recording the highest number of detentions at 479, followed by North 24 Parganas with 319 and South 24 Parganas with 246. Hooghly and Nadia reported 49 and 32 detentions respectively. Earlier, between Sunday and Monday, 1,095 individuals had been apprehended in similar preventive action, underlining the scale of the security build-up. The Election Commission has also stepped up deployment of central forces and observers across sensitive constituencies, reiterating its commitment to ensuring free, fair and peaceful polling.
Officials said most of those detained were identified as potential troublemakers, with the action aimed at ensuring a peaceful voting process across 142 constituencies going to polls on Wednesday. The number of detentions rose sharply in the final stretch, with 809 people picked up on Monday night alone, and further action continuing through Tuesday.
District-wise data showed Purba Bardhaman recording the highest number of detentions at 479, followed by North 24 Parganas with 319 and South 24 Parganas with 246. Hooghly and Nadia reported 49 and 32 detentions respectively. Earlier, between Sunday and Monday, 1,095 individuals had been apprehended in similar preventive action, underlining the scale of the security build-up. The Election Commission has also stepped up deployment of central forces and observers across sensitive constituencies, reiterating its commitment to ensuring free, fair and peaceful polling.
04:28 (IST) Apr 29
WB Election 2026: Matua vote under shadow as SIR deletions raise uncertainty in key phase 2 seats
The Matua Namasudra community, a crucial electoral bloc in several phase 2 constituencies, is facing uncertainty amid large-scale deletions under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls. In Matua-dominated districts such as North 24 Parganas and Nadia, lakhs of names have reportedly been struck off or marked under adjudication, raising concerns over whether many will be able to vote. In North 24 Parganas alone, around 3.25 lakh deletions have been recorded, with similar trends across key constituencies in Nadia.
The issue has been sharpened by the overlap with the pending citizenship process under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), with a significant number of applications from the same districts still awaiting approval. Political reactions have been sharply divided, with the Trinamool Congress alleging disenfranchisement and the BJP emphasising its commitment to citizenship for the community. With Matua voters influencing outcomes in multiple seats in this phase, the uncertainty over voter eligibility could have a direct bearing on turnout and the broader electoral contest.
04:27 (IST) Apr 29
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026: ‘Brand Didi’ faces tough test as Mamata battles anti-incumbency and BJP push
As West Bengal heads into a decisive election, chief minister Mamata Banerjee faces one of her toughest political tests, with her ‘Brand Didi’ image under pressure after 15 years in power. Built on welfare delivery and a direct connect with voters, her model is now being challenged by anti-incumbency, corruption allegations and an aggressive push by the Bharatiya Janata Party, which is seeking to translate its earlier gains into a breakthrough.
While schemes such as Lakshmir Bhandar and Khadya Sathi continue to anchor her support base, recent controversies and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls have added new layers to the contest. The BJP has framed the election around governance and change, while the Trinamool Congress has positioned it as a fight to protect Bengal’s identity. With high turnout already recorded and a crucial second phase underway, the election is increasingly seen as a referendum on whether ‘Brand Didi’ can hold ground and secure another term
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04:26 (IST) Apr 29
Bengal Election 2026: Arms, explosives and Rs 532 crore seizures mark massive pre-poll crackdown
The Election Commission has reported extensive seizures and enforcement action ahead of the second phase of polling in West Bengal, amid a heightened security push across the state. Since mid-March, authorities have recovered 390 arms, 598 rounds of ammunition and over 1,300 crude bombs during raids, along with more than 222 kg of explosives. In addition, 41,706 licensed weapons have been deposited out of a total 52,869, as part of measures to regulate arms movement during the election period.
Enforcement agencies have also seized inducements worth Rs 532.88 crore since February 26, including cash, liquor, drugs, narcotics and freebies, in a bid to curb voter influence. Alongside this, over 23 lakh instances of political defacement have been cleared across public and private properties. Officials said a multi-layered security grid, backed by intensified surveillance and preventive action, has been put in place across poll-bound constituencies as the state prepares for the final phase of voting on April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4.
Enforcement agencies have also seized inducements worth Rs 532.88 crore since February 26, including cash, liquor, drugs, narcotics and freebies, in a bid to curb voter influence. Alongside this, over 23 lakh instances of political defacement have been cleared across public and private properties. Officials said a multi-layered security grid, backed by intensified surveillance and preventive action, has been put in place across poll-bound constituencies as the state prepares for the final phase of voting on April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4.
With voting concluded across key states, exit polls have taken centre stage, offering early signals ahead of the final results on May 4. The projections suggest a mixed political landscape, with signs of both continuity and potential shifts in power across regions.
West Bengal remains the most closely watched contest, where polling in the final phase saw high voter participation and intense campaigning. Issues such as the revision of electoral rolls, identity politics and strong ground mobilisation shaped the election. Exit polls point to a neck-and-neck battle between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP, with several surveys indicating the possibility of a hung assembly. The projections reflect both the BJP’s expansion in the state and the TMC’s continued grassroots strength, making the outcome highly uncertain.
In Tamil Nadu, the contest appears less straightforward than in previous elections. While many exit polls suggest the DMK-led alliance could return to power, the entry of actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has disrupted established political equations. Some projections indicate that the party could perform strongly enough to influence the final outcome, pointing to a potential realignment in the state’s political landscape.
Assam, by contrast, is expected to deliver a more decisive verdict. Exit polls consistently project a comfortable majority for the BJP, indicating political stability and a consolidation of support for the ruling party over the Congress.
Kerala presents a competitive scenario, with exit polls suggesting a marginal advantage for the Congress-led UDF, though the ruling LDF remains within striking distance. The contest is being seen as a test of whether the state will revert to its traditional pattern of alternating governments or continue with the Left’s extended tenure.
In Puducherry, the outlook appears relatively clear, with the NDA projected to retain power comfortably, aided by fragmented opposition votes and steady support for the incumbent leadership.
West Bengal remains the most closely watched contest, where polling in the final phase saw high voter participation and intense campaigning. Issues such as the revision of electoral rolls, identity politics and strong ground mobilisation shaped the election. Exit polls point to a neck-and-neck battle between the Trinamool Congress and the BJP, with several surveys indicating the possibility of a hung assembly. The projections reflect both the BJP’s expansion in the state and the TMC’s continued grassroots strength, making the outcome highly uncertain.
In Tamil Nadu, the contest appears less straightforward than in previous elections. While many exit polls suggest the DMK-led alliance could return to power, the entry of actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has disrupted established political equations. Some projections indicate that the party could perform strongly enough to influence the final outcome, pointing to a potential realignment in the state’s political landscape.
Assam, by contrast, is expected to deliver a more decisive verdict. Exit polls consistently project a comfortable majority for the BJP, indicating political stability and a consolidation of support for the ruling party over the Congress.
Kerala presents a competitive scenario, with exit polls suggesting a marginal advantage for the Congress-led UDF, though the ruling LDF remains within striking distance. The contest is being seen as a test of whether the state will revert to its traditional pattern of alternating governments or continue with the Left’s extended tenure.
In Puducherry, the outlook appears relatively clear, with the NDA projected to retain power comfortably, aided by fragmented opposition votes and steady support for the incumbent leadership.
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