Kolkata, West Bengal – The much-anticipated vote counting for the Chowrangee Assembly constituency in the 2026 West Bengal elections officially began today, May 4, 2026, at 8 AM. Election officials are currently processing ballots, with initial trends expected to emerge within the hour.
Chowrangee Assembly Election: What to Expect Today
As the counting process unfolds in Chowrangee, political parties and their supporters are keenly awaiting the first indications of voter sentiment. The constituency, a significant battleground, has seen a diverse field of candidates from major parties including the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM), and the Indian National Congress (INC), alongside several independent contenders.
Official sources and reporters from the India Today Group are providing real-time updates as the vote tally progresses. Our live coverage will bring you the latest developments, including candidate standings and any significant shifts in the vote count.
Historical Context: 2021 Voter Turnout
Looking back at the previous assembly election in 2021, the Chowrangee constituency recorded a voter turnout of 53.61%. This historical data provides a benchmark as observers analyze the engagement and participation in the current election cycle.
Key Candidates in the Fray
- AITC: Bandyopadhyay Nayna
- BJP: Santosh Kumar Pathak
- CPM: Sanjay Basu
- INC: Manash Sarkar
- Independent: Md Ehsan Elahi, Sumanta Bhowmick, Tejash Bole, Sayantan Patra, Johar Iqbal
- RTRP: Debasish Bhadra
- SUCI: Prabir Seal
Each candidate's status is currently listed as "Result Awaited," reflecting the early stages of the counting process. Stay tuned for comprehensive updates as the Chowrangee Assembly Election results become clearer throughout the day.