Assembly Elections 2026: Poll Dates Announced for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry

     The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the upcoming Assembly Elections 2026, setting the stage for political contests in five regions across the country. This round of elections will be held in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Voting in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry

    According to the schedule released by the Election Commission, polling in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry will be held on April 9, 2026. Voting in these regions will take place in a single phase. Election officials have started the process of preparing polling stations, deploying staff and ensuring that the election process is conducted smoothly.

Tamil Nadu Polling Date

   In Tamil Nadu, voters will head to the polls on April 23, 2026. The state has traditionally seen intense competition between regional political parties, and this election is expected to follow a similar pattern. Political leaders are likely to step up their outreach efforts as the polling date gets closer.

Two-Phase Election in West Bengal

   Meanwhile, elections in West Bengal will be conducted in two phases. The first phase of voting will take place on April 23, while the second phase will be held on April 29, 2026. Elections in the state often attract nationwide attention because of the strong political rivalry and large voter turnout.

Counting of Votes on May 4

  The counting of votes for all five regions will take place on May 4, 2026. The results will decide which parties will form the next governments in these states. With several politically significant states going to the polls, the Assembly Elections 2026 are expected to be closely watched across the country in the coming months.