Mumbai, April 30 -- West Bengal recorded a historic voter turnout of 92.47% in its two-phase Assembly elections, marking the highest participation in the state since Independence.

Polling in Phase two stood at 91.66%, while Phase one, held on 23 April 2026, registered a turnout of 93.19%. The combined turnout across both phases was calculated at 92.47%.

Despite the strong participation, incidents of violence and vandalism were reported from several areas, including Chapra, Shantipur, Nimtala and Bhangar.

According to the Election Commission of India, the state has a voter base of 6.81 crore. Women voters marginally outpaced men in participation, recording a turnout of 92.28% compared to 91.07% among male voters.

The latest turnout sur...