Sourav Ganguly voted in the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections on April 29, 2026, emphasizing that even revered figures like ‘Mamata didi’, ‘Modij’, and Maa Durga cannot foresee the outcomes. The unpredictability of this election has captured widespread attention.
Key statistics:
- Polling for the 294-member Assembly occurred in two phases on April 23 and April 29, 2026.
- Majority of exit polls suggest that the BJP holds an edge over the ruling TMC.
- Today’s Chanakya predicts BJP could secure 192 seats, while TMC might achieve 100 seats.
- By 11 am on April 29, West Bengal reported a voter turnout of 39.97%.
- The second phase covers 142 of the 294 Assembly seats, with around 3.21 crore voters eligible to vote.
Sourav Ganguly remarked, “How can I answer such a question? Only on Monday, when the ballot box opens, will we all know the answer.” His statement reflects a sentiment shared among many observers regarding the unpredictable nature of this election.
This election marks a significant contest between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). As anticipation grows, officials and analysts await the counting of votes scheduled for May 4, 2026.
