Derek O’Brien, a Member of Parliament from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), launched a pointed critique against exit polls predicting the end of the TMC's leadership in West Bengal. He shared an infographic on social media illustrating the inaccuracies of exit polls from the 2021 elections, which had misjudged the TMC's performance. In a bold challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, O’Brien dared him to resign if the TMC secures victory in the ongoing elections. The second phase of polling recorded a significant voter turnout of nearly 92%, indicating strong public engagement. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, contesting from Bhabanipur, alleged that central forces were intimidating voters, while BJP leaders remained optimistic about their prospects, suggesting that a hidden majority was ready to vote against the TMC. The political atmosphere remains charged as the election progresses, with both parties actively campaigning and addressing voter concerns.