Counting for the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election begins on May 4, 2026, after elections were held in two phases on April 23 and April 29. This election saw a historic 92.93% voter turnout, the highest ever recorded in the state. The Election Commission deployed over 3.5 lakh security personnel, including the National Investigation Agency, to ensure a smooth process. Among the key constituencies to watch is Bhabanipur, where Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is contesting against Suvendu Adhikari of the BJP, who previously defeated her in Nandigram during the 2021 assembly polls. Nandigram, historically significant due to its role in the anti-land acquisition movement, will be pivotal in assessing the BJP's influence in coastal Bengal. Other notable constituencies include Diamond Harbour, where a repoll was conducted due to electoral complaints, and Panihati, where BJP candidate Ratna Debnath is campaigning on women's safety issues. The counting process is set to begin at 8 AM and will determine the composition of the 294-member assembly.