From 2006 to 2026: High Voter Turnout Defines Bengal Polls
In West Bengal, the 2026 elections are witnessing exceptionally high voter turnout, drawing comparisons with the 2006 polls when the Election Commission of India implemented strict monitoring under observer KJ Rao. Back then, a majority of seats recorded turnout above 75%. In 2026, districts like Murshidabad are reporting turnout as high as 93-94% across several seats, despite tighter supervision.
