As the state gears up for a historic moment, voter turnout has soared to an impressive 84.80%, reflecting the electorate’s engagement in this pivotal democratic exercise. Counting will commence at 8 AM on May 4, 2026, across all 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu.

The backdrop to this election is significant: in 2021, the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance ended a decade-long AIADMK rule, reshaping the political landscape. With early trends expected by approximately 11 AM, anticipation hangs thick in the air.

But this election is not merely a rematch between established parties; it marks the emergence of a new player—the Tamilaga Valvurimai Katchi (TVK), spearheaded by popular actor Vijay. Projections indicate that TVK could secure between 98–120 seats, according to Axis My India.

Projected seat distributions:

• DMK-led alliance: 92–100 seats
• BJP-led alliance: 22–32 seats
• TVK: 1–6 seats

I S Inbadurai raised concerns about security protocols: “If wrong persons have entered using those cards, then what is the meaning of all the secrecy and transparency measures introduced by ECI?” This question lingers over the counting process as a multi-tier security arrangement has been implemented.

The final results are anticipated around 4 PM, but until then, all eyes remain glued to the unfolding drama of Tamil Nadu’s electoral fate.

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Polling took place across 142 Assembly seats in seven districts of south Bengal, including Purba Bardhaman, Hooghly, South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, and Nadia. The excitement was palpable as citizens flocked to the booths, eager to cast their votes.

Key statistics from the election:

• Overall turnout across two phases: 93%, the highest since Independence.
• Second phase turnout: 92.65%.
• Highest polling rates recorded in:
• Purba Bardhaman: 93.39%
• Hooghly: 91.41%
• South 24 Parganas: 91.45%
• North 24 Parganas: 91.39%
• Nadia: 91.35%

The Election Commission of India is set to begin counting for these Assembly elections on May 4, starting at 8:00 AM. Initial trends are expected shortly after counting commences, with final results anticipated by evening.

This year’s elections have not only drawn significant attention due to their historical voter turnout but also reflect a growing engagement among the electorate in West Bengal. Observers are keenly watching how these results will shape the political landscape moving forward.

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