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Bengal & TN Voter Turnout Hits 18.76% & 17.69% in Early Hours

The first phase of voting in West Bengal's Assembly elections saw an 18.76% voter turnout by 9 AM across 152 constituencies in 16 districts. Simultaneously, Tamil Nadu recorded a 17.69% turnout as polling began for all 234 seats in a fiercely contested four-cornered battle. Voter enthusiasm was high in both states, with long queues observed at polling stations since 7 AM. The results for both state elections will be declared on May 4.

Key Points: Bengal, TN Early Voter Turnout: Phase 1 Polling Trends

  • Phase 1 polls in 152 Bengal seats
  • 234 Tamil Nadu seats see four-cornered contest
  • High voter enthusiasm with long queues
  • Results declaration on May 4
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Early voter turnout in Bengal stands at 18.76 pc, TN records over 17 pc

West Bengal records 18.76% voter turnout, Tamil Nadu 17.69% by 9 AM in crucial Assembly elections. Results for both states on May 4.

Early voter turnout in Bengal stands at 18.76 pc, TN records over 17 pc
"Voter enthusiasm for the elections appeared to be quite high this time, as long lines were seen in front of several polling stations. - Election Commission Data"

Kolkata/Chennai, April 23 The voter turnout in the West Bengal Assembly elections was recorded at 18.76 per cent, and in Tamil Nadu, at 17.69 per cent as of 9 a.m. on Thursday, according to data shared by the Election Commission of India.

Polling began for 152 assembly constituencies scattered over 16 districts of West Bengal from 7 a.m. on Thursday in the first phase of the two-phase crucial Assembly polls.

Voter enthusiasm for the elections appeared to be quite high this time, as long lines were seen in front of several polling stations.

The 16 districts where polling is being held in the first phase on Thursday are Cooch Behar, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur, and Malda in North Bengal, and Murshidabad, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Jhargram, Purulia, Bankura, West Burdwan, and Birbhum in South Bengal.

The second phase of polls in West Bengal for the remaining 142 assembly constituencies will be on April 29. ​The results will be declared on May 4.

Meanwhile, polling for the high-stakes Tamil Nadu Assembly elections across all 234 constituencies also began at 7 a.m., with over 5.73 crore eligible voters set to decide the fate of 4,023 candidates in a fiercely contested four-cornered battle.

The electoral contest primarily features the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance, Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), making this one of the most competitive elections in recent years.

Voting commenced early in the morning, with voters seen queuing up in large numbers at polling booths, reflecting strong public enthusiasm to participate in the democratic process.

With voter turnout expected to play a decisive role, political parties are closely monitoring polling trends across constituencies.

The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, when the electoral verdict will determine the next government in Tamil Nadu.

- IANS

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Arjun K
Respectfully, I feel the media focuses too much on percentages at 9 AM. The real story is in the afternoon when working people and farmers can vote. Let's wait for the final numbers.
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Rohit P
My family in Cooch Behar voted early. They said the atmosphere was peaceful and the process was smooth. Fingers crossed for a decisive mandate in Bengal this time!
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Sarah B
Watching from abroad. The scale of Indian elections is always impressive. Over 5.7 crore voters in just one state! Hope the high turnout reflects a strong, engaged democracy.
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Karthik V
As a Chennai resident, I voted at 8 AM. The line was long but moved fast. The EC officials were very efficient. This is the beauty of our democracy in action. 👍
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Michael C
The detailed breakdown of districts in Bengal is helpful. It shows how complex and massive these state elections are. The second phase later this month will be crucial too.

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