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The Election Commission of India has ordered a fresh poll across all 285 stations in West Bengal's Falta constituency on May 21 due to subversion of the democratic process.
India's Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission's circular on using Central government employees in vote counting, dismissing a TMC plea and stressing adherence to its directive.
A repoll is taking place at 15 West Bengal booths due to alleged electoral malpractices, with officials reporting a peaceful start and adequate security measures in place.
Of the 15 booths, 11 are in Magrahat Paschim constituency and four are in Diamond Harbour.
Exit polls suggest a close West Bengal election. Projections vary, with some predicting a BJP victory and others indicating a strong TMC performance; the Left-Congress alliance is expected to poll poorly.
West Bengal's final polling phase concludes the 2026 Assembly election cycle. Exit polls for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry will be released after 6:30 pm.
Over 61% of electors voted by 1 pm in West Bengal's final phase, despite sporadic violence. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari faced tension in Bhabanipur.
Tamil Nadu and West Bengal hold high-stakes assembly elections today, with over 5.73 crore and 3.60 crore voters respectively deciding the fate of numerous candidates amid tight security.
In view of the election exercise, the Election Commission declared 'Dry day' starting 48 hours before the polling ends in the respective regions.
The Assembly elections in West Bengal will be held on April 23 and April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4.
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