West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Key Dates and Where to Watch Exit Polls
West Bengal Elections Exit Polls 2026: Date, Time, Where To Watch As Voting Ends Today
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As the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 concludes, attention turns to the exit polls that will indicate whether Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress can maintain its dominance against the BJP. Exit polls will be released after voting ends at 6 p.m. on April 29, 2026.
- 01The second phase of voting for the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 is on April 29, 2026.
- 02Exit polls will be conducted immediately after voting ends, providing early insights into election outcomes.
- 03Results of the exit polls will be broadcasted live starting at 7 p.m. on major news channels.
- 04The official vote counting will take place on May 4, 2026.
- 05The first phase of voting saw a record turnout of 91.4%, surpassing previous elections.
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The second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 is set for April 29, 2026, with exit polls expected to provide initial insights into the electoral landscape. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress faces a significant challenge from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) across all 294 assembly seats. Exit polls, which survey voters immediately after they cast their ballots, will be conducted following the closure of voting at 6 p.m. and results will be available from 7 p.m. on major news channels and digital platforms. The Election Commission of India enforces a ban on exit poll publication until voting concludes, as stipulated under Section 126A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The official counting of votes will occur on May 4, 2026, with the first phase recording a historic voter turnout of 91.4%, the highest in the state's electoral history.
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The exit polls will provide insights into the potential shift in political power in West Bengal, affecting governance and policy direction in the state.
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