Mamata Banerjee Accuses Police of Targeting TMC During West Bengal Elections
Mamata alleges targeting of TMC leaders, workers as Bengal votes in 2nd poll phase
Hindustan Times
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Polling for 142 seats in the West Bengal assembly elections is underway, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleging that police observers from other states are targeting Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders and workers. Despite these claims, the election process has reportedly been peaceful so far.
- 01Mamata Banerjee accuses out-of-state police observers of targeting TMC members.
- 02Polling is taking place for 142 of 294 seats in West Bengal's assembly elections.
- 03An average voter turnout of 18.39% was recorded by 9 am.
- 04Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters, especially women and youth, to participate actively.
- 05The results of the elections will be announced on May 4.
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Polling for 142 of the 294 seats in the West Bengal assembly elections is taking place, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleging that police observers from other states are targeting Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders and workers. She expressed concerns about the safety of TMC members, claiming that central forces threatened a municipal councillor and that TMC supporters faced violence. Despite these allegations, polling has proceeded without major incidents. By 9 am, an average voter turnout of 18.39% was recorded, with Purba Bardhaman showing the highest turnout at 20.86%. Prime Minister Narendra Modi encouraged citizens to vote, particularly urging women and youth to participate. The election results are set to be announced on May 4.
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The allegations of police targeting could affect public trust in the electoral process and voter turnout, particularly among TMC supporters.
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