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West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 – Record Turnout

May 2 , 2026 15 hrs 0 min 41 0

West Bengal recorded the highest-ever voter turnout of 92.47% in the 2026 Assembly elections since Independence.
The elections were held in two phases, with 93.19% turnout in Phase 1 (April 23) and 91.66% in Phase 2.
The state has a total voter base of about 6.81 crore, with women's turnout (92.28%) higher than men's (91.07%).
The previous highest turnout in West Bengal was 84.72% in the 2011 Assembly elections.
Tripura holds the national record with 93.61% turnout in the 2013 Assembly elections.
Counting of votes will be held on 4 May for West Bengal and other states.