Mamata Banerjee (Chief Minister of West Bengal and chairperson of the Trinamool Congress) alleged that she was physically attacked during the vote counting process for the recent Assembly elections. Speaking in Kolkata, she claimed that from 3 PM onwards, her party members were assaulted and that CCTV footage was turned off. Banerjee stated that TMC representatives were denied access to counting centers, raising serious concerns about the electoral process. She accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of manipulating votes in over 100 constituencies, asserting that the election results were influenced by irregularities rather than a fair political verdict. The election marked a significant shift in West Bengal's political landscape, with the BJP's vote share increasing to approximately 44.8%, while the TMC's share declined to nearly 41.7%. This outcome is viewed as a 'structural rupture' in the state's politics, with analysts noting that the TMC's centralized organizational structure may hinder its ability to respond effectively to these challenges. For Banerjee, who has led the state for more than 15 years, this electoral setback poses both personal and organizational challenges, as she navigates a strengthened opposition and declining support.