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Assam election results 2026: Voting was held for all 126 constituencies across the state's 35 districts on April 9. The state registered an 85.91 percent voter turnout

A poll of exit polls has predicted the BJP to win around 82-92 seats in the state, while the Congress-led alliance is expected to win around 24-32 seats

The votes polled on April 23 will be taken up for counting on May 4 and results will be ann­ounced

In the 2021 assembly elections, held in three phases, voter turnout of around 82 per cent was recorded

The polling trends in the Union Territory of Puducherry showed a sizeable voter turnout of 56.83 per cent

Share of candidates with criminal cases declines slightly, while crorepatis rise sharply, underscoring growing role of money in elections

The BJP is eyeing a third straight term in power in these elections, while the Congress is looking to wrest the state, from where it was ousted in 2016

Sarma had triggered a row when he hit out at Kharge, saying that he was 'speaking like a mad man' due to old age

Assam is set to vote on April 9 in a closely watched election, with the BJP aiming to retain power and the Congress hoping to regain ground in a state shaped by identity politics and alliances

Assam Assembly saw reduced sitting days but faster lawmaking, with most Bills passed within a week, raising concerns over limited debate and legislative scrutiny