Assembly elections 2026: Can BJP, LDF seal historic hattricks in Assam, Kerala? What happened in 2021?
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Voting is underway for assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, with the BJP and LDF seeking to retain power. The results of the elections will be declared on May 4, with a total of 2.5 crore voters in Assam, 2.7 crore in Kerala, and 9.4 lakh in Puducherry.
Voting began at 7 AM in 31,486 polling stations across Assam, 30,471 in Kerala, and 1,099 in Puducherry. The BJP is seeking a third term in Assam, while the LDF is seeking a third term in Kerala. In Assam, there are 5.7 lakh first-time voters, and in Kerala, there are 4.24 lakh. The elections will be closely watched, with the Opposition Congress alleging instability in Assam and the UDF opposing the LDF in Kerala. The Union Territory of Puducherry has 30 assembly seats, with the BJP-led NDA hoping to consolidate its hold on power.
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