The Tamil Nadu Assembly elections took place on April 9, 2026, witnessing a significant voter turnout of 82.24%, exceeding the previous highest turnout of 78.29% recorded in the 2011 elections. A total of 4,023 candidates competed across 234 constituencies, with notable figures such as Chief Minister MK Stalin from the DMK party and Edappadi K Palaniswami from the AIADMK party among the contenders. The Election Commission of India has scheduled the counting of votes to begin on May 4, 2026, at 8 am, with the final results expected later that evening. The counting process will start with postal ballots, followed by EVM votes. Only authorized personnel are allowed in the counting centers, ensuring a secure and regulated environment. After the counting concludes, the EVMs will be sealed and stored for 45 days as per regulations.