West Bengal Election 2026: Record Turnout of over 92% in First Phase Amidst Isolated Incidents of Violence

West Bengal records highest voter turnout since 2011 Left ouster, polling crosses 92%

West Bengal's Assembly elections ushered in an extraordinary voter turnout, surpassing 92.72%—a record for the last fifteen years! Despite sporadic incidents of unrest, including stone-throwing, the elections proceeded with resilience. High-profile contests in strategic constituencies captivated voters across the state, as the Election Commission of India fortified security to safeguard this critical democratic exercise.

West Bengal election 2026: Record turnout of over 92% in first phase amidst isolated incidents of violence

Before the 2026 elections, the highest turnout was recorded in 2011 when 84.33% voters exercised their franchise; the elections in 2011 saw Trinamool Congress defeating the 34-year Left Front government

West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Tight Contest as Voter Turnout Surges

The West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 have entered a crucial phase, with a high-voltage political contest unfolding between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) led by and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), backed by Prime Minister. Strong Voter Participation The first phase of polling recorded a turnout of over 90%, reflecting strong public participation. Political observers believe this high turnout could play a decisive role in shaping the fi…

West Bengal phase 1 polling hits record 92.88%, final turnout likely to rise further

Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI)’s tabulation till Thursday (April 23) midnight showed that the voting in the first phase of Assembly polls for 152 constituencies in West Bengal reached 92.88 per cent, a record high in the state's electoral history.  However, this figure, 92.88 per cent of polling, is not the final figure since the final tabulation is yet to be arrived at, confirmed an insider from the office of the Chief Electora…

Supreme Court Praises Peaceful Voting, Record 92.88% Turnout In Bengal Polls

Supreme Court lauds peaceful voting and record 92.88% turnout in West Bengal Phase 1 polls, calling it a strong sign of democratic participation and public trust.