In the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, both the BJP and TMC have crossed the 100-seat mark in early trends.
This high-velocity count follows a historic 92.47% voter turnout and reflects an incredibly polarized contest for the 294-member House.
As of the latest morning updates, the BJP+ is currently leading in over 150 seats, effectively crossing the simple majority mark of 148 in initial trends.
The TMC remains competitive with leads in approximately 105 seats, maintaining its presence in key strongholds despite the surge from the opposition.
The most significant headline from the early rounds continues to be in Bhabanipur, where Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is trailing behind her challenger.
While these early figures often fluctuate—especially as the count moves from postal ballots to urban EVM rounds—the BJP’s performance in South Bengal has put the ruling party on the defensive.
Election officials are managing the process across 77 counting centers, with results being closely monitored following a contentious lead-up to the polls.
While most exit polls predicted a narrow edge for the BJP, the TMC’s performance in several districts suggests a long day of counting ahead before a final winner is declared.