Vote counting began at 8 a.m. [3] for the 2026 assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
These results are pivotal for the INDIA bloc, as opposition-ruled states are being contested and parties aim to retain or gain power. The outcome will signal the current political momentum across several diverse regions of India.
In West Bengal, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in more than 130 seats [1]. Reports indicate the BJP has crossed the halfway mark in both West Bengal and Assam [2]. These figures suggest a strong performance for the party in the eastern region.
The situation in Assam presents a more complex picture. While some reports indicate the BJP has crossed the halfway mark in the state [2], other data suggests the Congress party is putting up a tough fight [4]. This indicates a closer contest in Assam than in other contested regions.
Counting continues across the remaining states, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and the union territory of Puducherry. Political parties, including the Trinamool Congress (TMC), DMK, and various coalitions, are monitoring the live updates as the Election Commission announces winners and losers.
The counting process began in April 2026, following the conclusion of the polling phases. Officials are processing the votes to determine the final composition of the legislative assemblies in these five jurisdictions.
“BJP leading in over 130 seats in West Bengal”
The potential for the BJP to secure majorities in both West Bengal and Assam would represent a significant shift in regional power dynamics. If the BJP successfully displaces the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal, it would consolidate a dominant political corridor in eastern India, while a close fight in Assam underscores the enduring resilience of the Congress party in that state.
