Assam Election 2026: Voting Underway in High-Stakes Polls as BJP Seeks Third Term Against Congress-Led Alliance Challenge

Polling commenced at 7 a.m. and is scheduled to end at 5 p.m. across a total of 31,490 polling stations situated in 35 districts. This election marks a significant event as it involves various local and regional candidates, and voters are encouraged to participate in the democratic process. Election officials have implemented health and safety measures to ensure a safe voting environment due to ongoing public health considerations. Additionally, voters are reminded to bring valid identification and to verify their polling locations beforehand. As the day progresses, updates on voter turnout and any notable incidents will be reported by election monitors.