The counting of votes for the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 commenced at 8 AM today, overseen by the Election Commission of India. Early trends are anticipated by mid-morning, with clearer leads emerging by afternoon and final results expected by evening. Voters can monitor constituency-wise updates through several official channels, including the Election Commission's website, the ECI Voter Helpline app, and various news platforms. This election is significant as it will determine whether Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee secures another term or if the Bharatiya Janata Party makes a significant breakthrough in the state. The counting includes 293 constituencies, although the Falta seat will require a re-poll, with its results to be announced separately. As the counting progresses, voters will see updates on leading and trailing candidates, party-wise vote shares, and the margin of victory. The results are crucial for understanding voter preferences between state welfare policies and opposition governance issues, with exit polls indicating a close contest.