Mamata Banerjee Raises Concerns Over EVM Counting Irregularities in Bhabanipur
Mamata Banerjee Visits Bhabanipur Strongroom, Flags Counting Irregularities
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the EVM strong room in Bhabanipur, Kolkata, warning against tampering with the counting process ahead of the May 4 results. She emphasized the need for transparency and proposed CCTV installation to monitor the counting area amid rising tensions following the April 29 elections.
- 01Mamata Banerjee visited the EVM strong room in Bhabanipur, Kolkata, to address counting irregularities.
- 02She warned that any tampering with the counting process would not be tolerated.
- 03Banerjee proposed the installation of CCTV cameras for transparency during the counting.
- 04Protests erupted outside the strong room, with TMC candidates alleging EVM tampering.
- 05The situation reflects heightened political tensions following a contested Assembly election.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited the EVM strong room at Sakhawat Memorial School in Bhabanipur, Kolkata, early Friday morning, expressing concerns over potential tampering with the counting process ahead of the May 4 results. After spending nearly four hours there, she asserted that only one person, either the candidate or an agent, would be allowed in the counting area, and suggested installing CCTV cameras for media oversight. Banerjee's visit was prompted by complaints about possible malpractice, and she warned that any attempt to manipulate the counting would be met with resistance. The visit coincided with protests by TMC candidates alleging irregularities and confrontations between TMC and BJP supporters. Banerjee's remarks highlight the tense political climate in West Bengal following the April 29 polling, with parties closely monitoring the counting arrangements.
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The situation could affect the integrity of the election results in West Bengal, leading to public distrust if tampering is suspected.
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