West Bengal Assembly Election: Second Phase Voting Scheduled Amid High Security
West Bengal goes to the polls in the second phase of Assembly election
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The second phase of the West Bengal Assembly election is set for April 29, 2026, with polling for 142 seats in seven districts, including Kolkata. Approximately 3.21 crore voters will cast their ballots for 1,448 candidates, following a record 93.2% turnout in the first phase.
- 01Polling for the second phase occurs on April 29, 2026.
- 02142 Assembly seats across seven districts are up for vote.
- 03Approximately 3.21 crore voters will participate.
- 041,448 candidates are contesting in this phase.
- 05The first phase saw a record turnout of 93.2%.
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West Bengal will conduct the second and final phase of its Assembly election on April 29, 2026, with voting scheduled from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Voters will decide the fate of 1,448 candidates contesting for 142 Assembly seats across seven districts, including Kolkata. The Election Commission of India has implemented extensive security measures to ensure a smooth electoral process. In the first phase, held on April 23, a remarkable 93.2% voter turnout was recorded for 152 seats in 16 districts. Officials and political representatives are encouraging voters to participate actively in this crucial democratic exercise.
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The election outcome will determine the political landscape of West Bengal, impacting governance and local policies.
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