The Union Territory of Puducherry is currently in the midst of a high-stakes political battle as citizens head to the polls today, April 9, 2026, to elect the 30 members of the Legislative Assembly. With a multi-cornered contest involving established giants and a significant new player, the political landscape of the UT is facing a potential shift.
Polling began at 7:00 AM across all 30 constituencies. As of 3:00 PM today, the Election Commission has reported a robust voter turnout of 72.4%,
Once polling concludes at 5:00 PM today, all eyes will turn to the May 4 counting day.
Election Timeline:
Date of Poll: April 9, 2026 (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Date of Counting: May 4, 2026
Majority Mark: 16 out of 30 seats.
Technical Innovations
The ECI has deployed Robot ‘Nila’ at model polling booths to welcome voters with flowers, and drone surveillance is being used for the first time in vulnerable areas to ensure a fair process. Over 1,099 polling stations have been set up, with 209 identified as sensitive.
