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Bypolls in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Assam
Why in news?
Byelections were held for five Assembly constituencies and one Lok Sabha constituency across three states and one Union Territory.
Key points
- The byelections were necessitated due to various reasons including resignation of elected members and a chief minister winning two seats.
- Constituencies involved are Nandigram and Rejinagar in West Bengal, Madurantakam and Dharapuram in Tamil Nadu, Thattanchavady in Puducherry, and Nagaon in Assam.
- Key political parties like BJP, Congress, Trinamool Congress, and AIUDF are contesting in these elections.
- Counting of votes for some constituencies was scheduled for October 9, 2026.
Background & context
Byelections are held to fill vacancies in legislative bodies that occur during the term of a legislature. They are conducted by the Election Commission of India following specific procedures outlined in the Constitution and electoral laws.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The elections were held on October 6, 2026, with counting on October 9, 2026.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper I: Indian Society (elections, representation); GS Paper II: Governance, Elections, Electoral Reforms.