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How India counts votes on May 4 for major state results explained step by step
India
Published on 4 May 2026
Postal ballots first, then EVM rounds plus VVPAT checks
The Election Commission will announce results for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry on May 4. Counting starts at 8:00 AM with postal ballots, followed by EVM votes. After each round, VVPAT verification strengthens transparency, and final outcomes are expected by Monday evening as updates are shared round-wise.
- Counting begins at 8:00 AM with postal ballots
- EVM votes are counted after postal ballots
- VVPAT verification is used for transparency
- Final results likely come by Monday evening
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