On April 23, 2026, Tamil Nadu recorded its highest-ever voter turnout in an assembly election, with provisional figures showing 84.69% of eligible voters casting their ballots as of 8 p.m. that evening. This surpasses previous records in the state's electoral history.
According to the Election Commission of India, over 4.85 crore voters participated in the single-phase polling. The high turnout reflects strong civic engagement across the state's 234 constituencies.
Chief Electoral Officer Satyabrata Sahoo confirmed the provisional turnout, noting that final figures may increase slightly as late-reporting booths are tallied. The previous record was set in the 2021 assembly elections, which saw a turnout of around 82%.
Voting proceeded largely peacefully, with minor technical glitches reported in a few polling stations. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 2, 2026.
