West Bengal Assembly Elections: 152 assembly seats go to polls on April 23 in first phase
The Hindu·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
West Bengal's first phase of assembly elections sees 152 seats across 16 districts voting on April 23, 2026. Approximately 36 million electors will cast votes for 1,478 candidates. Eight districts each in north and south Bengal participate. The Election Commission deployed 2,407 Central Armed Police Force companies for security.
Key Entities
West Bengal Assembly Elections152 assembly seats16 districtsApril 23, 2026Election Commission of IndiaCentral Armed Police Forces3.6 crore electors1,478 candidates