Record-Breaking Voter Surge! Bengal, Tamil Nadu Smash All-Time Turnout Since Independence

Brief By Twitter X / 10:15 PM on 23 Apr 2026

Tamil Nadu and West Bengal recorded their highest-ever voter turnout since Independence, with polling reaching 84.69% and 91.78% respectively, the Election Commission said. The figures surpass previous records from 2011. Officials highlighted strong public participation during Assembly elections, marking a significant democratic milestone with unprecedented voter engagement across both states.