Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:32pm on 29 Apr 2026,Wednesday Politics
Voting for the second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 concluded on April 29, marking the end of polling across five states and one Union Territory. The high-stakes Bengal contest saw intense campaigning and strong voter participation, with polling continuing till evening under tight security. Across other regions, turnout remained robust—Assam recorded about 85.9%, Puducherry nearly 89.9%, and Tamil Nadu over 82%, reflecting significant voter engagement. With polling complete, attention has now shifted to exit polls, which were released after 6:30 PM as per Election Commission norms. Official results are scheduled to be announced on May 4. (PC: PTI)
