The first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections concluded with a remarkable 92.35% voter turnout, indicating strong public engagement. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) are now preparing for the second phase, which will cover 142 seats on April 29. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the BJP's chances, stating that the party would secure its first victory in the state. He highlighted the record turnout as a sign of changing sentiments among voters, emphasizing the need for change from TMC's governance. Conversely, TMC leader and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed the high turnout favored her party, framing the election as a battle for democratic rights. Despite reports of clashes between party supporters, Modi praised the Election Commission for maintaining peace during the polls. The upcoming phase will see significant participation from Muslim voters and the Dalit Matua community, with the BJP promising citizenship rights under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) to those who were delisted during electoral roll revisions. Both parties are intensifying their campaigns, with Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah warning TMC supporters against violence, while Banerjee questioned the integrity of the electoral process.