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New Delhi, April 9, 2026: Voter turnout surged across key regions in the ongoing Assembly Elections 2026, with Assam recording an impressive 75.91% polling by 4:30 PM. Meanwhile, Kerala reported 62.71% turnout, and Puducherry registered 72.40%, according to the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Strong Voter Participation Across Regions
Voters turned out in large numbers across polling stations, forming long queues throughout the day.
As a result, the steady rise in turnout indicates strong public engagement in the democratic process.
Polling Details Across States
Voting is being conducted for:
- 126 Assembly seats in Assam
- 140 seats in Kerala
- 30 seats in Puducherry
The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, 2026.
Kerala Records Balanced Turnout Across Districts
In Kerala, most districts reported turnout above 60%, reflecting uniform participation.
- Ernakulam recorded the highest turnout at 66%
- Pathanamthitta remained the lowest at 59.25%
Key Voter Data:
- Total voters: 2.69 crore+
- Female voters: 1.38 crore+
- Male voters: 1.31 crore+
- Third gender voters: 277
Additionally:
- 4.24 lakh young voters (18–19 years)
- 2.04 lakh senior citizens (85+)
- 30,471 polling stations set up
Assam Sees Highest Participation
Assam witnessed strong voter enthusiasm, with some regions recording exceptionally high turnout:
- South Salmara Mankachar: 84.24% (highest)
- Kamrup (Metro): 65.30% (lowest)
Key Voter Data:
- Total voters: 2.5 crore+
- Candidates: 722
Other highlights:
- 6.42 lakh young voters (18–19 years)
- 2.5 lakh voters above 80
- 2.05 lakh persons with disabilities
Puducherry Witnesses High Turnout
In Puducherry, voter turnout reached 72.40%, reflecting strong participation.
Key Stats:
- Total voters: 10.14 lakh
- Female voters: 5.39 lakh
- Male voters: 4.74 lakh
- Third gender voters: 157
Additionally:
- 24,156 voters aged 18–19
Election Monitoring and Infrastructure
To ensure smooth and transparent polling:
- Webcasting enabled at all polling stations in Assam
- Over 1.5 lakh polling personnel deployed
- EVMs, Control Units, and VVPAT machines arranged with backup
These measures helped maintain efficiency and transparency throughout the voting process.
The high voter turnout across Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry highlights strong democratic participation in the 2026 Assembly Elections. With polling nearing completion, all eyes are now on the results scheduled for May 4, which will shape the political future of these regions.
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