India, March 15 -- The Election Commission of India on Sunday announced the schedule for assembly polls in four states -- Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and Assam -- and a Union Territory -- Puducherry.

High-stakes battle for the government in these five regions has already begun, with political parties batting for their respective sides at various events and public rallies since the start of this year. Follow live updates on election schedule 2026

The 126-member Assam legislative assembly will go to polls April 9, 2026 and counting will take place on May 4, 2026.

All the 140 seats of the Kerala legislative assembly will also go to polls on April 9, 2026. With counting of votes scheduled to take place on May 4, 2026.

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