Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:14pm on 23 Apr 2026,Thursday India
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar hailed voters in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu after both states recorded their highest-ever turnout since Independence during the 2026 Assembly elections. West Bengal witnessed over 91% participation in Phase 1, while Tamil Nadu recorded around 84–85% turnout, reflecting strong democratic engagement. The Election Commission credited tight security and smooth polling arrangements for the high participation. Kumar praised citizens for actively contributing to the electoral process, calling it a major milestone for Indian democracy. The record turnout highlights rising political awareness and public enthusiasm despite isolated incidents of violence in some areas. (PC: PTI)
