West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal dismissed allegations of malpractice at counting centres, asserting that strong security and CCTV monitoring were in place. The statement came after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee raised concerns over possible tampering with EVMs and postal ballots
TVK candidate N Marie Wilson said party chief Vijay instructed candidates to remain at counting centres from early morning on May 4 and closely monitor proceedings. TVK leaders expressed confidence in their electoral prospects and dismissed speculation about an alliance with AIADMK
CP Mahesh Bhagwat, along with election observer Devasena visited reception-cum-counting centres at Victoria Memorial Home, Saroornagar Indoor Stadium, Words and Deeds School, Ramanthapur Polytechnic College