The stage is set for counting of votes across 823 Assembly seats in five key battlegrounds — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. After a high-intensity election cycle marked by multi-phase polling, political clashes, repolling, and exit poll surprises, all eyes are now on May 4.West Bengal remains the focal point of a fierce BJP vs TMC contest, while Tamil Nadu could see an unexpected twist with new political entrants. Kerala may witness a potential regime shift, and Assam appears poised for continuity.As counting begins under tight security, the results will determine whether voters have opted for stability or change across these crucial regions.