Tensions escalated in West Bengal as BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul's vehicle was attacked in Asansol during the first phase of voting on April 23, 2026. Stones were thrown at her car in the Rahmat Nagar area, damaging the windows. Paul, who is contesting from the Asansol South constituency, filed a complaint at the Hirapur Police Station, alleging that the attack was an attempt to influence the election. No injuries were reported. Other incidents of violence were also noted, including claims by BJP candidate Subhendu Sarkar that he was attacked by Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers in the Kumarganj constituency. Sarkar stated that his polling agents were forcibly removed from several polling stations, and he faced intimidation while trying to ensure their return. The first phase of polling saw voting across 152 constituencies under heavy security, highlighting the tense atmosphere surrounding the elections.