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Mock Polling Conducted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Ahead of Crucial 2026 Assembly Elections

Mock polling was conducted in Chennai and Siliguri ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Tamil Nadu witnesses a single-phase poll with a three-way contest involving the DMK alliance, AIADMK-led NDA, and actor Vijay's TVK. In West Bengal, Phase 1 voting begins with a high-stakes battle between the incumbent Trinamool Congress and the BJP. By-elections are also underway in Gujarat and Maharashtra constituencies, with all results due on May 4.

Key Points: Mock Polling Held in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Before 2026 Assembly Votes

  • Mock polling ensures system readiness
  • Tamil Nadu votes in single phase
  • West Bengal polls in two phases
  • Key contests: DMK vs AIADMK vs TVK & TMC vs BJP
  • Counting scheduled for May 4
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Mock polling conducted in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal ahead of voting for assembly polls

Mock polling ensures smooth voting as Tamil Nadu and West Bengal head to polls. Key contests feature DMK, AIADMK, TMC, and BJP. Actor Vijay's debut adds twist.

"Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with his party TVK, which could turn the contest into a three-way fight. - Report"

New Delhi, April 23

Ahead of the voting for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 on Thursday, mock polling was held at the Chennai High School.

In West Bengal, mock polling was conducted at the Siliguri Girls' High School in Siliguri to ensure that everything is functioning properly.

Polling for the Assembly elections 2026 will begin at 7:00 am in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal (Phase 1), and will conclude at 6:00 pm today in both states.

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today, while West Bengal will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

In Tamil Nadu, the main contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, which includes the Indian National Congress, DMDK and VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with his party TVK, which could turn the contest into a three-way fight.

Meanwhile, West Bengal is set to witness a high-voltage contest between the incumbent Trinamool Congress, which is seeking a fourth consecutive term, and the BJP, which is aiming to form the government after a strong showing in the previous elections.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is aiming for a fourth consecutive term, while the BJP, which secured 77 seats in the previous election, is making a renewed push to form the government in the state.

Meanwhile, polling for by-elections in Gujarat's Umreth and Maharashtra's Baramati and Rahuri is also underway. The counting of the votes for the by-elections will take place on May 4.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
The entry of Vijay's TVK in Tamil Nadu is the real X-factor. It could split votes in a big way. DMK and AIADMK must be watching very closely. Exciting times for state politics!
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Sarah B
Following this from abroad. It's impressive to see the logistical scale of Indian elections. Conducting mock polls across multiple states simultaneously is no small feat. Best of luck to all voters.
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Aditya G
West Bengal is always a high-stakes battle. Didi vs BJP. Hope the focus remains on development issues like jobs and infrastructure, not just on political rhetoric. The people deserve better discourse.
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Meera T
As a first-time voter in Chennai, seeing the mock poll news makes me feel more prepared. It's our responsibility to choose wisely. Let's hope for a government that works for the common man's welfare.
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Karthik V
While the mock poll process is good, I sincerely hope the actual day is free from any allegations of malpractice or voter intimidation, especially given the history in some of these regions. A fair election is the bedrock of democracy.

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