Assam sees record voter turnout of over 85%
Assam recorded its highest-ever voter turnout in the Assembly elections, with 85.62% of voters casting their ballots on Thursday (April 9, 2026). The state witnessed largely peaceful voting despite reports of violence and allegations of proxy voting. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the historic turnout, attributing it to a desire to protect Assam's land, identity, and culture from illegal infiltration and demographic aggression. State Congress president Gaurav Gogoi thanked voters for their participation in the election, urging the Election Commission to ensure the security of EVMs and accurate vote counting on May 4th.
10 APR 2026
— The Hindu
Increased voter turnout across northern Kerala districts, particularly in Kozhikode, has sparked contrasting political interpretations.
18 APR 2026
— The Hindu
Unions allege that thousands of government employees in Kerala were denied their right to vote due to postal ballot issues.
19 APR 2026
— The Hindu
Opposition leaders V.D. Satheesan and the CPI(M) demanded an explanation from the Election Commission of India regarding the delay in releasing complete election data for the Kerala Assembly elections.
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