R S Bharathi, a key figure in the DMK, stated, “We request ECI to act immediately on any complaint of disturbances at counting centres.” This comment underscores the tension surrounding the counting process.

In these elections, early trends are expected by approximately 11 AM. The final results should be announced by 4 PM.

The Election Commission of India has set up a multi-tier security arrangement for the counting process. This is crucial given the high stakes involved.

Historically, in 2021, the DMK-led alliance won 159 seats while the AIADMK-led alliance secured 75 seats. Now, projections suggest significant competition from TVK, led by actor Vijay.

Projected seats according to Axis My India:

• TVK: 98–120 seats
• DMK-led alliance: 92–100 seats
• BJP-led alliance: 22–32 seats

Projected seats according to P-MARQ:

• DMK-led alliance: 125–145 seats
• AIADMK-led alliance: 60–70 seats
• TVK: 1–6 seats

I S Inbadurai raised concerns about electoral integrity, questioning the transparency measures implemented by ECI. He said, “If wrong persons have entered using those cards, then what is the meaning of all the secrecy and transparency measures introduced by ECI?” This reflects ongoing scrutiny over election security.

The next developments are critical as counting progresses. Observers are keenly watching how this election impacts Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.

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Polling occurred in 142 Assembly seats across seven districts in south Bengal. The second phase saw a remarkable turnout of 92.65%.

Districts with the highest polling rates include:

• 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 confirmed these figures as of midday on April 29, 2026.

Counting for the Assembly Elections will begin on May 4, 2026, at 8:00 AM. Initial trends are expected within hours after counting starts.

The final results should be available by evening on May 4, but officials have not disclosed specific timelines for individual seat counts. Observers are keenly awaiting how these numbers will shape the political landscape in West Bengal.

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