Amit Shah Declares End of TMC's Era as West Bengal Sees High Voter Turnout in Phase 1
West Bengal polls: 'TMC's sun has set,' says Amit Shah after Phase 1
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Following the conclusion of the first phase of polling in the West Bengal Assembly elections, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC), claiming its time has ended. The phase recorded a remarkable voter turnout of 91.83%, reflecting strong electoral engagement.
- 01Amit Shah claims the TMC's influence is waning after Phase 1 polling.
- 02West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 91.83%, the highest since Independence.
- 03Polling took place under tight security, emphasizing the importance of the elections.
- 04The next phase of polling is scheduled for May 29.
- 05Vote counting will occur on May 4.
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As the first phase of polling in the West Bengal Assembly elections concluded, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC), stating that its 'time of corruption and hooliganism has set.' He shared a sunset video symbolizing this claim. The phase saw an impressive voter turnout of 91.83%, the highest recorded since India's Independence, according to the Election Commission of India. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar praised the active participation of voters, calling it a 'Democracy festival.' The upcoming phases will cover 142 constituencies, with polling set for May 29 and counting scheduled for May 4. In comparison, by-elections in other states like Gujarat and Maharashtra saw lower turnouts of 58.59% and 54.96%, respectively.
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The high voter turnout indicates strong public engagement and could influence the political landscape in West Bengal.
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