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Mamata Banerjee urged TMC workers to stay at counting centres as early trends showed the Bharatiya Janata Party leading in West Bengal. She alleged irregularities by the Election Commission while asserting her party remains in contention

The counting of votes is set to begin in four key states — Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, and Assam — on the morning of May 4. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s TMC battles the BJP’s growing influence while Tamil Nadu’s contest was disrupted by actor Vijay’s new party. Kerala faces a historic test as Pinarayi Vijayan’s LDF seeks a third consecutive term. Meanwhile, Assam appears set to deliver the BJP-led NDA a third straight victory under Himanta Biswa Sarma.

A ruckus broke out outside the counting centre in Mamata Banerjee’s Bhabanipur constituency after TMC workers alleged that cars carrying BJP flags entered the premises near the EVM strongroom. The Election Commission denied wrongdoing and said proper checks were conducted

West Bengal will witness counting of votes on Monday amid heavy security arrangements after a high-voltage Assembly election campaign. The results will determine whether the TMC retains power or the BJP secures a historic breakthrough in the politically crucial state

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee directed Trinamool Congress counting agents to demand recounts in booths where BJP leads by 500–700 votes, stressing vigilance and overnight presence near centres ahead of counting.

The 2026 Assembly elections signal a shift from development-driven politics to identity and welfare narratives, dominated by fish, allowances, and slogans

Suvendu Adhikari accused Mamata Banerjee of “dramabazi” over her visit to a counting centre, dismissing EVM tampering claims and asserting BJP will win as tensions escalate ahead of result day

BJP leaders accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of panicking ahead of the Assembly election results after she raised concerns over EVM tampering at a Kolkata strong room. BJP leaders claimed the Trinamool Congress was preparing excuses for a possible defeat

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

Manoj Kumar Agarwal warned of strict action against disruptions during West Bengal vote counting, asserting robust security and preparedness, while dismissing EVM tampering allegations raised by Mamata Banerjee ahead of results

Mamata Banerjee alleged BJP influence behind exit polls and termed them a conspiracy to demoralise TMC workers. Expressing confidence of winning over 226 seats, she urged vigilance over EVMs and appealed for calm ahead of the May 4 counting

West Bengal witnessed a record voter turnout of 91.66% in the final phase of Assembly polls amid scattered clashes and allegations of violence. The high participation sets the stage for a decisive verdict in the Mamata Banerjee–BJP contest

Allegations of violence and EVM tampering surfaced during the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. BJP leaders accused Trinamool Congress workers of attacking polling agents, while security forces maintained strict vigil amid rising political tensions across the state

Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari traded barbs near a Bhabanipur polling booth during West Bengal elections, alleging rigging and intimidation. High-stakes voting across 142 constituencies underscores intense rivalry between TMC and BJP

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged assault by Central Reserve Police Force and accused Bharatiya Janata Party of poll rigging as tensions, violence claims, and heavy security marked second-phase voting across 142 constituencies in Kolkata and districts

Deployment of IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma as election observer in West Bengal sparked political controversy, with SP alleging bias toward BJP. Tensions escalated after his actions in Falta constituency and accusations of misuse of authority ahead of elections

Amit Shah rejected Mamata Banerjee’s claim that BJP imported paid supporters for rallies, asserting strong local backing. Amid poll tensions, clashes were reported, even as he expressed confidence of a decisive BJP victory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence BJP will form the next West Bengal government, attacking Mamata Banerjee-led TMC over violence, syndicate raj and economic decline, while promising jobs, citizenship for Matuas and action against illegal infiltration

The NCSC has taken suo motu cognisance of a video clip aired by a Bengali news channel, alleging derogatory remarks by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee against the Scheduled Caste community.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi intensified his campaign in West Bengal, accusing the ruling Trinamool Congress of fostering lawlessness, corruption, and fear. He promised sweeping reforms if the BJP comes to power, including implementing Ayushman Bharat, granting citizenship to Matua refugees under the CAA, and reviving industries in Hooghly.