West Bengal Election Result 2026 Live Updates: BJP Crosses Halfway Mark In Early Trends, Mamata-led TMC Ahead In 105 Seats

Mamata Banerjee has reversed the situation in Bhabanipur constituency, after initally trailing BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Remember, these are still early trends. 

In a major development in the West Bengal Assembly election in 2026, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari is leading Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the all-important Bhabanipur constituency. 

Although early trends, the BJP has breached the majority mark and has touched the 150 mark, whereas TMC is leading in 104 seats. 

The EC has started counting the postal ballots for the all-important Bhabanipur constituency, where Mamata Banerjee is taking on leader of opposition, Suvendu Adhikari.

Early trends suggest Suvendu Adhikari is leading in the hotly contested constituency of Nandigram.

As we reach the hour mark of counting, the battle is fierce and balanced in West Bengal, with TMC leading in 64 seats compared to BJP's 72. 

First trends have come in the city of Kolkata, with TMC leading two seats in Behala. 

As we reach the half hour mark of counting, the battle is fierce and balanced in West Bengal, with TMC leading in 35 seats compared to BJP's 49. 

As we reach the half hour mark of counting, the battle is fierce and balanced in West Bengal, with TMC leading in 55 seats compared to BJP's 60. Congress leads two.

Early trends show BJP dominate the district of Malda, leading in six out of 12 seats, whereas TMC is leading four seats. Congress is leading two seats. 

Initial trends show TMC leading five seats in key district of Howrah.

20 minutes in and it seems TMC and BJP are neck and neck, with BJP leading slightly with 23 leads over TMC's 21. 

BJP are leading in key constituencies of Joynagar, Baruipur Purba and Falakata.

Early trends now show BJP taking the lead, with 13 leads compared to TMC's 11. 

Early trends show TMC leading with six seats compared to BJP's five. 

TMC are leading in three seats each in stronghold districts of North and South 24 Parganas.

BJP are leading in three seats in Nadia and two seats in Malda.

Early trends show BJP and TMC tied with three leads.

TMC are leading in three seats in stronghold district of South 24 Parganas.

BJP are leading in three seats in Nadia. 

Early trends for four seats in the West Bengal election sees TMC taking a slight edge, with three leads compared to BJP's one. 

Super early trends show Mamata Banerjee's TMC leading in one seat. However, these are early times and a lot could change in the coming minutes. 

The counting of ballots for the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 has begun! Stay tuned to NDTV Profit for all the latest updates. 

We are almost there. Counting is set to start anytime now.

The clock is ticking. Only ten minutes to go before we start counting the first ballots. I hope you guys are just excited as I am. 

From the ISF in the minority belts to Humayun Kabir's new outfit, smaller players could hold the key in 20-30 swing seats. In a tight race, every percentage point counts.

Following ECI protocol, postal ballots - often representing government employees and senior citizens - will be opened first. We expect the first EVM trends to begin trickling in by 8:30 AM.

Get your popcorns in! We are just half an hour away from counting. 

Keep an eye on the jute and industrial belts of Howrah and Hooghly. These regions saw intense campaigning and high turnouts. Any swing here early on could signal a deeper shift in the working-class vote bank.

Can Lakshmir Bhandar and other welfare schemes blunt the anti-incumbency wave? The TMC is banking on women voters and the rural heartland to offset the BJP's aggressive urban and North Bengal push. Roughly 45 minutes to the first ballot.

For those new to this, keep an eye on the North Bengal results early. If the BJP sweeps the first 50 seats in the North, the pressure is on the TMC to perform in the South, failing which could see them easily getting beaten by the Suvendu Adhikari-led party. 

Only one hour to go before we start counting down the votes. All eyes will be on the Bhabanipur constituency, where Mamata Banerjee is taking on LoP Suvendu Adhikari. A leader here for either side could set the tone for the entire state's momentum. 

Massive security blanket across the state this morning. The ECI has deployed 165 additional counting observers and 77 police observers to ensure a "transparent and intimidation-free" process. QR-code-enabled ID cards are mandatory for all personnel entering counting halls.

148: That is the target for a majority in the 294-member West Bengal Assembly. However, with counting for the Falta seat deferred to May 24, today’s active tally will be out of 293. The first party to hit the 147-mark effectively controls the narrative.

Hello and welcome to NDTV Profit. The big judgement day is here for the state of West Bengal. After a record 92% voter turnout, the fate of 293 seats lies inside the EVMs.

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