High Voter Turnout in West Bengal Repolling Amid EVM Tampering Allegations
West Bengal: 72% turnout in repolling amid TMC's EVM tampering row
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Repolling in West Bengal's Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies saw a turnout of 72.43%. Allegations of EVM tampering and security lapses were raised by Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidates, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
- 01Voter turnout reached 72.43% in the repolling across two constituencies.
- 02TMC candidates alleged EVM tampering and questioned security measures at strong rooms.
- 03Rapid Action Force personnel were deployed to ensure a smooth voting process.
- 04The TMC is confident of winning despite allegations from the BJP regarding voter suppression.
- 05Vote counting is set for May 4.
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Repolling in the Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, recorded a combined voter turnout of 72.43% as of 3 PM on Saturday. This comes amid allegations from Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidates about EVM tampering and security lapses at a strong room in North Kolkata. TMC candidate Debasish Kumar raised concerns over unauthorized access to the strong room, questioning the Election Commission of India's (ECI) claims of proper notification to all candidates. The TMC remains confident in its electoral prospects, dismissing the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) chances in Kolkata. Security was heightened with Rapid Action Force personnel deployed to prevent disruptions during the voting process. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
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The allegations of EVM tampering and security issues could undermine public trust in the electoral process, potentially affecting voter turnout in future elections.
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