Record-Breaking Turnout: Highest Voting in Bengal and Tamil Nadu Since Independence, Big Statement from CEC

West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded their highest-ever voter turnout since Independence, with 91.78% and 84.69% respectively. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar hailed the participation, highlighting that women voters outnumbered men in both states, marking a strong democratic milestone.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 23 April 2026, 8:36 PM IST

Record-Breaking Turnout in Bengal and Tamil Nadu, Says CEC (Image Source: Internet)

New Delhi: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, Gyanesh Kumar has given a big statement regarding the voting in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. He said that after independence, the highest voting percentage has been recorded in these two states so far. The Election Commission saluted all the voters on this historic participation. CEC said that this is a big sign of the strength of democracy.

Record Figures

• 84.69% voting in Tamil Nadu
• 91.78% voting in West Bengal (Phase-I)

These figures represent the highest level since independence.

Old Records Broken

Before This

• Highest in Tamil Nadu 78.29% (2011)
• 84.72% in West Bengal (2011)

This time both the states have broken their own old records.

Increasing Participation of Women

Another special thing was that in both the states, women voted more than men. This reflects changing social trends and increasing awareness. Such a large voting percentage shows that people are becoming more aware of their rights. This is a positive sign for democracy and also creates a strong foundation for future elections.

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