NEW DELHI: As results take clearer shape on Monday, the 2026 assembly elections are delivering a political jolt few had fully anticipated. From a cinematic upheaval in Tamil Nadu to a decisive saffron surge in West Bengal, the verdict is throwing up headline-grabbing shocks and unsettling long-held assumptions about who holds power and how.What is emerging is a moment of churn, where entrenched players are on the back foot, new entrants are forcing their way in, and the balance between national parties and regional forces is being tested in real time.Here are 10 key takeaways from the assembly election results 2026:1. Thalapathy Vijay’s blockbuster debutVijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, leading in over 118 seats, has upended the decades-old DMK–AIADMK dominance that defined Tamil Nadu politics for over 50 years. This is not just a strong debut, it marks a structural shift, with voters showing a willingness to move beyond legacy parties. Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueThe state now appears headed toward a multi-polar contest, where no single formation can take voter loyalty for granted.2. BJP breaches Bengal’s fortressFor the first time, the Bharatiya Janata Party has crossed the majority mark in West Bengal, ending Mamata Banerjee’s long tenure. This is more than a state-level victory, it represents a strategic breakthrough in eastern India. After years of falling short, the BJP has managed to convert organisational expansion and narrative recalibration into a decisive mandate.3. Kerala returns to its rotation cycleThe Congress-led UDF, under VD Satheesan, is set to form the government, halting the Left’s attempt at a third consecutive term. The result reinforces Kerala’s long-standing pattern of alternating power, suggesting that voters continue to prefer periodic change over continuity, even when incumbents deliver on governance.4. Assam shows pro-incumbency can workHimanta Biswa Sarma has led the BJP to a third straight win, underlining a shift in voter behaviour. Instead of the usual anti-incumbency, the results suggest that delivery on infrastructure, welfare schemes and administrative visibility can generate pro-incumbency, turning governance into a political asset rather than a liability.5. DMK bears the brunt of TVK surgeThe ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam appears to be the biggest casualty of the TVK surge, losing ground in several key regions, including urban pockets. The verdict reflects a mix of anti-incumbency, fatigue with dynastic politics, and the appeal of a fresh alternative, all of which combined to create space for Vijay’s rise.6. BJP’s best-ever performance in KeralaEven where it is not in contention for power, the BJP has made incremental gains in the south. In Kerala, it is on course for its best-ever performance with 3 seats. It had recently delivered a victory in Thiruvananthpuram civic polls. These gains, though modest, point to a long-term strategy of gradual expansion in regions where the party has traditionally struggled.8. AIADMK survives the disruptionDespite the scale of the TVK surge, Edappadi K Palaniswami has managed to retain a core base, particularly in the western belt. While the party is no longer the primary pole it once was, its survival ensures that Tamil Nadu’s politics will remain competitive, with multiple players shaping future contests.9. Congress gets a strategic breatherWith a clear win in Kerala and signs of resilience in parts of Assam, the Congress has regained some political ground. While challenges remain, the results provide the party with organisational momentum and reinforce its role as the principal opposition force at the national level.10. A weaker oppositionThe 2026 assembly election results have significantly weakened the opposition. In key states, prominent regional leaders who once anchored anti-BJP politics have either lost ground or are on the verge of losing power. The setback to Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal and the slide of MK Stalin in Tamil Nadu removes two of the most influential regional counterweights to the BJP. In Kerala, the exit of Pinarayi Vijayan further narrows the opposition’s governing footprint.This churn has a cascading effect. The INDIA bloc, already an uneasy coalition of regional forces, now faces a leadership vacuum as its strongest state-level pillars weaken or disappear. At the same time, the Congress gains from a potential win in Kerala which also makes its power stronger in opposition bloc. Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorPallaviNews desk journalist, digital, at The Times of India, with a focus on Indian politics. Over a decade of chasing stories, taming headlines and arguing with commas like they’re part of the opposition. Tracks elections, policy pivots, party drama and the fine print of power, where every word can tilt the narrative. Believes good journalism is clarity under pressure, ideally filed before the next breaking alert crashes in. 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NEW DELHI: As results take clearer shape on Monday, the 2026 assembly elections are delivering a political jolt few had fully anticipated. From a cinematic upheaval in Tamil Nadu to a decisive saffron surge in West Bengal, the verdict is throwing up headline-grabbing shocks and unsettling long-held assumptions about who holds power and how.What is emerging is a moment of churn, where entrenched players are on the back foot, new entrants are forcing their way in, and the balance between national parties and regional forces is being tested in real time.Here are 10 key takeaways from the assembly election results 2026:1. Thalapathy Vijay’s blockbuster debutVijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, leading in over 118 seats, has upended the decades-old DMK–AIADMK dominance that defined Tamil Nadu politics for over 50 years. This is not just a strong debut, it marks a structural shift, with voters showing a willingness to move beyond legacy parties. Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueThe state now appears headed toward a multi-polar contest, where no single formation can take voter loyalty for granted.2. BJP breaches Bengal’s fortressFor the first time, the Bharatiya Janata Party has crossed the majority mark in West Bengal, ending Mamata Banerjee’s long tenure. This is more than a state-level victory, it represents a strategic breakthrough in eastern India. After years of falling short, the BJP has managed to convert organisational expansion and narrative recalibration into a decisive mandate.3. Kerala returns to its rotation cycleThe Congress-led UDF, under VD Satheesan, is set to form the government, halting the Left’s attempt at a third consecutive term. The result reinforces Kerala’s long-standing pattern of alternating power, suggesting that voters continue to prefer periodic change over continuity, even when incumbents deliver on governance.4. Assam shows pro-incumbency can workHimanta Biswa Sarma has led the BJP to a third straight win, underlining a shift in voter behaviour. Instead of the usual anti-incumbency, the results suggest that delivery on infrastructure, welfare schemes and administrative visibility can generate pro-incumbency, turning governance into a political asset rather than a liability.5. DMK bears the brunt of TVK surgeThe ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam appears to be the biggest casualty of the TVK surge, losing ground in several key regions, including urban pockets. The verdict reflects a mix of anti-incumbency, fatigue with dynastic politics, and the appeal of a fresh alternative, all of which combined to create space for Vijay’s rise.6. BJP’s best-ever performance in KeralaEven where it is not in contention for power, the BJP has made incremental gains in the south. In Kerala, it is on course for its best-ever performance with 3 seats. It had recently delivered a victory in Thiruvananthpuram civic polls. These gains, though modest, point to a long-term strategy of gradual expansion in regions where the party has traditionally struggled.8. AIADMK survives the disruptionDespite the scale of the TVK surge, Edappadi K Palaniswami has managed to retain a core base, particularly in the western belt. While the party is no longer the primary pole it once was, its survival ensures that Tamil Nadu’s politics will remain competitive, with multiple players shaping future contests.9. Congress gets a strategic breatherWith a clear win in Kerala and signs of resilience in parts of Assam, the Congress has regained some political ground. While challenges remain, the results provide the party with organisational momentum and reinforce its role as the principal opposition force at the national level.10. A weaker oppositionThe 2026 assembly election results have significantly weakened the opposition. In key states, prominent regional leaders who once anchored anti-BJP politics have either lost ground or are on the verge of losing power. The setback to Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal and the slide of MK Stalin in Tamil Nadu removes two of the most influential regional counterweights to the BJP. In Kerala, the exit of Pinarayi Vijayan further narrows the opposition’s governing footprint.This churn has a cascading effect. The INDIA bloc, already an uneasy coalition of regional forces, now faces a leadership vacuum as its strongest state-level pillars weaken or disappear. At the same time, the Congress gains from a potential win in Kerala which also makes its power stronger in opposition bloc. Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorPallaviNews desk journalist, digital, at The Times of India, with a focus on Indian politics. Over a decade of chasing stories, taming headlines and arguing with commas like they’re part of the opposition. Tracks elections, policy pivots, party drama and the fine print of power, where every word can tilt the narrative. Believes good journalism is clarity under pressure, ideally filed before the next breaking alert crashes in. 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In a dramatic twist to India’s political landscape, West Bengal has begun its tryst with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a seismic shift from decades of regional dominance by the Trinamool Congress.Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu witnessed a major upheaval as new entrant TVK won over 100 seats, reshaping southern politics, while Kerala’s Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) staged a triumphant return to power.   Watch ‘Ram Rajya Arrived In Bengal’: BJP Workers Celebrate As Party Holds Majority Lead Over TMCAssam and Puducherry, meanwhile, remained steadfast with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).With the latest elections results, India’s political map has changed drastically.The BJP now directly governs 17 states (West Bengal, Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Tripura, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Uttarakhand). The NDA (BJP + allies) raises the tally to 22 states, with allies such as TDP‑led Andhra Pradesh, JD(U)‑led Bihar, and regional partners in states like Meghalaya, Sikkim and Nagaland.The Congress too improved its tally this time around and now directly controls four states (Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka) with the INDIA bloc adding two more (Jharkhand and Jammu & Kashmir) to the tally.In numbersThe NDA now has a government in 22 states, which account for nearly 73% of India’s total area. Around 110 crore people or 78% of India’s populatioin live in these states.The Congress and INDIA bloc meanwhile have a government in six states, which account for around 18% of India’s total area. Around 19 crore people or roughly 14% of India’s population live in these states.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesAre these cats even real? 5 rare colours and patterns that look straight out of a dream’Ghilli’ to ‘Leo’: Revisiting Trisha Krishnan and Vijay Thalapathy’s best on-screen momentsMost striking blue snakes found around the worldAnimals that live with more than one heartOTT releases this week (May 4 – May 10): ‘Citadel’ Season 2, ‘The Chestnut Man’ ‘Dacoit’, ‘Lukkhe’ and moreThese 10 snakes are so small, you might mistake them for wormsHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-style Bengali Aloo Keema Chop for evening snacking at home5 Powerful ways to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman on Bada MangalSkyline Icons: Top 10 tallest residential buildings in the world10 luxurious balconies in Indian cricketers’ homes with stunning skyline views, from Virat Kohli to Shreyas Iyer123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026CBSE Class 12th ResultNEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay

In a dramatic twist to India’s political landscape, West Bengal has begun its tryst with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a seismic shift from decades of regional dominance by the Trinamool Congress.Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu witnessed a major upheaval as new entrant TVK won over 100 seats, reshaping southern politics, while Kerala’s Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) staged a triumphant return to power. Watch ‘Ram Rajya Arrived In Bengal’: BJP Workers Celebrate As Party Holds Majority Lead Over TMCAssam and Puducherry, meanwhile, remained steadfast with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).With the latest elections results, India’s political map has changed drastically.The BJP now directly governs 17 states (West Bengal, Delhi, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Tripura, Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Uttarakhand). The NDA (BJP + allies) raises the tally to 22 states, with allies such as TDP‑led Andhra Pradesh, JD(U)‑led Bihar, and regional partners in states like Meghalaya, Sikkim and Nagaland.The Congress too improved its tally this time around and now directly controls four states (Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka) with the INDIA bloc adding two more (Jharkhand and Jammu & Kashmir) to the tally.In numbersThe NDA now has a government in 22 states, which account for nearly 73% of India’s total area. Around 110 crore people or 78% of India’s populatioin live in these states.The Congress and INDIA bloc meanwhile have a government in six states, which account for around 18% of India’s total area. Around 19 crore people or roughly 14% of India’s population live in these states.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesAre these cats even real? 5 rare colours and patterns that look straight out of a dream’Ghilli’ to ‘Leo’: Revisiting Trisha Krishnan and Vijay Thalapathy’s best on-screen momentsMost striking blue snakes found around the worldAnimals that live with more than one heartOTT releases this week (May 4 – May 10): ‘Citadel’ Season 2, ‘The Chestnut Man’ ‘Dacoit’, ‘Lukkhe’ and moreThese 10 snakes are so small, you might mistake them for wormsHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-style Bengali Aloo Keema Chop for evening snacking at home5 Powerful ways to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman on Bada MangalSkyline Icons: Top 10 tallest residential buildings in the world10 luxurious balconies in Indian cricketers’ homes with stunning skyline views, from Virat Kohli to Shreyas Iyer123Hot PicksBarrackpore election resultTiruchirappalli election resultMettupalayam election resultsEttumanoor election resultPerambur election resultBagnan election resultKazhakkoottam election resultTop TrendingWest Bengal Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsBhabanipur election results 2026CBSE Class 12th ResultNEET 2026: Exam-day guideHPBose 12th ResultTVK Chief Vijay

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. In Kerala’s Chavara, RSP’s Shibu baby John emerged as the winner, defeating independent candidate Dr. Sujith Vijayanpillai by 18,573 votes. Shibu baby John received 74308 votes, while Dr. Sujith Vijayanpillai secured 55,735 votes. The constituency is a general seat covering coastal regions around Chavara Municipality, along with rural panchayats such as Thekkumbhagom and Clappana. The local economy is shaped by fishing communities, coir workers and beach mineral sands activities.In the 2026 assembly elections, the UDF has fielded CR Mahesh, while the BJP has nominated VS Jithin Dev.In the 2021 assembly elections, Sujith Vijayanpillai (Independent, LDF-supported) won the seat with 63,282 votes, accounting for 44.29 per cent of the vote share. Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueHe narrowly defeated RSP candidate Shibu Baby John, who secured 62,186 votes (43.52 per cent), with a slim margin of 1,096 votes. BJP candidate Vivek Gopan polled 14,211 votes, while voter turnout stood at 76.09 per cent.Chavara has been known for its closely fought contests, with narrow margins reflecting its competitive political landscape. The constituency continues to face a range of developmental and environmental challenges.Key issues include coastal erosion and flooding from TS canals, which impact fishing activity and cashew cultivation. Poor rural road connectivity continues to affect coir exports, while youth unemployment persists despite Gulf remittances. Residents also face irregular water supply, overburdened primary health centres, and illegal beach sand mining affecting backwaters.Other concerns include monsoon-related power outages, rising land prices driven by industrial pressures, traffic congestion near market areas, inadequate public transport, and waste management issues.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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. In Kerala’s Chavara, RSP’s Shibu baby John emerged as the winner, defeating independent candidate Dr. Sujith Vijayanpillai by 18,573 votes. Shibu baby John received 74308 votes, while Dr. Sujith Vijayanpillai secured 55,735 votes. The constituency is a general seat covering coastal regions around Chavara Municipality, along with rural panchayats such as Thekkumbhagom and Clappana. The local economy is shaped by fishing communities, coir workers and beach mineral sands activities.In the 2026 assembly elections, the UDF has fielded CR Mahesh, while the BJP has nominated VS Jithin Dev.In the 2021 assembly elections, Sujith Vijayanpillai (Independent, LDF-supported) won the seat with 63,282 votes, accounting for 44.29 per cent of the vote share. Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0DMK0AIADMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueHe narrowly defeated RSP candidate Shibu Baby John, who secured 62,186 votes (43.52 per cent), with a slim margin of 1,096 votes. BJP candidate Vivek Gopan polled 14,211 votes, while voter turnout stood at 76.09 per cent.Chavara has been known for its closely fought contests, with narrow margins reflecting its competitive political landscape. The constituency continues to face a range of developmental and environmental challenges.Key issues include coastal erosion and flooding from TS canals, which impact fishing activity and cashew cultivation. Poor rural road connectivity continues to affect coir exports, while youth unemployment persists despite Gulf remittances. Residents also face irregular water supply, overburdened primary health centres, and illegal beach sand mining affecting backwaters.Other concerns include monsoon-related power outages, rising land prices driven by industrial pressures, traffic congestion near market areas, inadequate public transport, and waste management issues.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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Utpal Borah of the BJP emerged victorious in the election, securing a total of 96582 votes. He defeated Congress candidate Sankar Jyoti Kutum by a decisive margin of 52722 votes.In the Gohpur constituency, BJP candidate Utpal Borah won against Congress’s Sankar Jyoti Kutum in a closely watched contest.Statewide, exit polls indicate a strong performance by the BJP-led government, suggesting that Himanta Biswa Sarma is likely to continue as chief minister. Assam recorded voting across all 126 seats on April 9, with turnout exceeding 85%, one of the highest in recent times.The enthusiasm among voters was visible across rural as well as urban areas, pointing to broad-based electoral participation.Gohpur is one of the 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam. It is a general category seat located in Sonitpur district and is among the nine Assembly segments under the Tezpur Lok Sabha constituency.Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0AIADMK0DMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueIn the 2021 Assam Assembly elections, the constituency had 2,04,613 registered voters, with 1,63,163 valid votes cast. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Utpal Borah won the seat with 93,224 votes.Congress candidate Ripun Bora finished second with 63,930 votes, losing by a margin of 29,294 votes.In the 2016 Assembly elections, Gohpur had 1,71,284 electors, with 1,46,618 valid votes recorded.BJP’s Utpal Borah won with 85,424 votes, defeating Congress candidate Monika Bora, who secured 56,489 votes.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesOTT releases this week (May 4 – May 10): ‘Citadel’ Season 2, ‘The Chestnut Man’ ‘Dacoit’, ‘Lukkhe’ and moreThese 10 snakes are so small, you might mistake them for wormsHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-style Bengali Aloo Keema Chop for evening snacking at home5 Powerful ways to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman on Bada MangalSkyline Icons: Top 10 tallest residential buildings in the world10 luxurious balconies in Indian cricketers’ homes with stunning skyline views, from Virat Kohli to Shreyas IyerTamil Nadu shocker: Newcomer TVK outpaces ruling DMK and opposition AIADMK in trendsIs your banana rotting too fast in summer? 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Utpal Borah of the BJP emerged victorious in the election, securing a total of 96582 votes. He defeated Congress candidate Sankar Jyoti Kutum by a decisive margin of 52722 votes.In the Gohpur constituency, BJP candidate Utpal Borah won against Congress’s Sankar Jyoti Kutum in a closely watched contest.Statewide, exit polls indicate a strong performance by the BJP-led government, suggesting that Himanta Biswa Sarma is likely to continue as chief minister. Assam recorded voting across all 126 seats on April 9, with turnout exceeding 85%, one of the highest in recent times.The enthusiasm among voters was visible across rural as well as urban areas, pointing to broad-based electoral participation.Gohpur is one of the 126 Assembly constituencies in Assam. It is a general category seat located in Sonitpur district and is among the nine Assembly segments under the Tezpur Lok Sabha constituency.Election Results 2026Vijay’s TVK party emerges as formidable force in Tamil Nadu; all you need to know about its journeyWest Bengal election results: Mamata lags behind Suvendu Adhikari after 2nd round in BhabanipurTVK pushes DMK, AIADMK to margins; BJP may oust Mamata in Bengal, retain AssamWest BengalTamil NaduKeralaAssamPuducherry PreviousBJP LEADINGWest BengalParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats293/294Total: 294Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.L + WMajority: 148BJP0AITC0CONG0CPI(M)0OTH0TVK LEADINGTamil NaduParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats234/234Total: 234L + WMajority: 118TVK0AIADMK0DMK0CONG0BJP0OTH0CONG LEADINGKeralaParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats140/140Total: 140L + WMajority: 71CONG0CPI(M)0IUML0CPI0BJP0OTH0BJP LEADINGAssamParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats126/126Total: 126L + WMajority: 64BJP0CONG0AGP0AIUDF0OTH0AINRC LEADINGPuducherryParty ViewAlliance ViewSeats30/30Total: 30L + WMajority: 16AINRC0BJP0DMK0CONG0OTH0 Next12345Source: PValueIn the 2021 Assam Assembly elections, the constituency had 2,04,613 registered voters, with 1,63,163 valid votes cast. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Utpal Borah won the seat with 93,224 votes.Congress candidate Ripun Bora finished second with 63,930 votes, losing by a margin of 29,294 votes.In the 2016 Assembly elections, Gohpur had 1,71,284 electors, with 1,46,618 valid votes recorded.BJP’s Utpal Borah won with 85,424 votes, defeating Congress candidate Monika Bora, who secured 56,489 votes.Follow the latest election results 2026, live updates, winner lists, constituency-wise results, party-wise trends and full coverage for Tamil Nadu election results, West Bengal election results, Kerala election results, Assam election results and Puducherry election results results on Times of India.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. 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The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassNepal Objects To India-China Plan To Conduct Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via LipulekhIndia-Linked LPG Tanker MT Sarv Shakti Heads To Visakhapatnam After Crossing HormuzPassenger Opens Emergency Exit Door On Air Arabia Flight While Taxiing At Chennai Airport, ArrestedAhead Of Counting, Gunmen Open Fire At BJP Leader’s House In Bengal’s Noapara‘I Am Also A Victim’: Vinesh Phogat Identifies As Complainant In Brij Bhushan Sexual Harassment CaseBJP MP Sandeep Pathak Claims ‘No Information’ On FIRs, Alleges Misuse Of State Machinery In PunjabIndian Startup Launches Mission Drishti, World’s First OptoSAR Satellite, Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9Diljit Dosanjh Confronts Khalistan Supporters at Calgary Concert, Explains KBC AppearanceDelhi Approves ₹48,000 Crore Metro Expansion Plan To Connect Outer Regions With City Core123PhotostoriesOTT releases this week (May 4 – May 10): ‘Citadel’ Season 2, ‘The Chestnut Man’ ‘Dacoit’, ‘Lukkhe’ and moreThese 10 snakes are so small, you might mistake them for wormsHow to make Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-style Bengali Aloo Keema Chop for evening snacking at home5 Powerful ways to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman on Bada MangalSkyline Icons: Top 10 tallest residential buildings in the world10 luxurious balconies in Indian cricketers’ homes with stunning skyline views, from Virat Kohli to Shreyas IyerTamil Nadu shocker: Newcomer TVK outpaces ruling DMK and opposition AIADMK in trendsIs your banana rotting too fast in summer? 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