The filing of nomination papers has begun with the issuance of notification for the second phase of assembly elections in West Bengal and Assam. 30 assembly constituencies across four districts in West Bengal and 39 assembly seats in Assam will go to polls on 1st of April during this
phase.
The last date for filing of nomination papers in both the states is 12th of March. Scrutiny will take place on 15th March whereas withdrawal of candidature ends on 17th of March. The first phase of polls in the West Bengal and Assam will be held on 27th of this month.