ECI Announces Assembly Elections for 5 States in India
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially announced the schedule for upcoming Assembly elections in five states and one Union Territory. The elections will take place in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry.
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Election Announcement
The poll schedule was announced during a press conference held in New Delhi by the Election Commission. With this announcement, political parties across the five regions will now begin their campaigns and preparations for the elections.
According to the Election Commission, around 17.4 crore voters are expected to participate in the elections across these states and the Union Territory.
States Going to Polls
The Assembly elections will be held in the following regions:
- West Bengal
- Tamil Nadu
- Kerala
- Assam
- Puducherry
Among these, West Bengal is expected to have voting in multiple phases, while the other states may vote in a single phase depending on security and logistics arrangements.
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🗳️ 2026 Assembly Election Dates (All States)
| State / UT | Polling Date |
|---|---|
| Assam | 9 April 2026 |
| Kerala | 9 April 2026 |
| Puducherry (UT) | 9 April 2026 |
| Tamil Nadu | 23 April 2026 |
| West Bengal – Phase 1 | 23 April 2026 |
| West Bengal – Phase 2 | 29 April 2026 |
📊 Counting of Votes
- 4 May 2026 – Results for all states will be announced on the same day.
Quick Timeline
- Election announcement: 15 March 2026
- First voting day: 9 April 2026
- Last voting phase: 29 April 2026
- Result day: 4 May 2026.
These elections will decide governments in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry, involving around 17.4 crore voters across the regions.
Why These Elections Are Important
The current legislative assemblies in these states are nearing the end of their five-year terms, which expire between May and June 2026. Therefore, new elections are required to elect fresh representatives and form new governments.
These elections are expected to be highly competitive as major national and regional parties will battle for power in each state.
Election Process
The election process will include:
- Announcement of election schedule
- Filing of nominations by candidates
- Campaign period for political parties
- Voting by citizens using EVMs
- Counting of votes and declaration of results
After counting, the party or alliance with the majority of seats will form the new state government.
Conclusion
The announcement of Assembly elections by the Election Commission marks the start of a significant political period in India. Millions of voters across the five regions will soon cast their votes to choose their representatives and shape the political future of their states.
ECI Announces Assembly Elections for 5 States in India – Full Details
Election Commission of India announces Assembly elections for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry. Check full details of voting, states and election process.
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