Assembly Elections 2026: West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded their highest-ever voter turnout, with 92.28% and 85.05% respectively. Women voted in higher numbers than men in both states. Analysts said turnout alone doesn’t predict outcomes, with attention moving to gender, youth, regional patterns, SIR revisions and the role of important political players.

Assembly Elections 2026: Record voter turnout was seen in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, with 84.69% and 91.78% participation respectively. Women voted in higher numbers than men in both states. The Election Commission credited outreach efforts and voter-friendly steps, while political parties traded strong reactions as isolated incidents of violence and disruptions were reported.