TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee Raises Concerns Over West Bengal Election Credibility
Abhishek questions credibility of Bengal's electoral process, accuses ECI of being 'partisan'
The Hindu
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Abhishek Banerjee, a senior leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, has questioned the credibility of the recent assembly elections, accusing the Election Commission of India of partisanship and alleging widespread irregularities. He emphasized the need for trust in electoral institutions and condemned violence against party workers.
- 01Abhishek Banerjee accused the Election Commission of India of acting in a partisan manner during the West Bengal Assembly elections.
- 02He alleged that nearly 30 lakh genuine voters were disenfranchised and raised concerns about the handling of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
- 03Banerjee demanded transparency in the electoral process, including the release of CCTV footage from counting centers.
- 04Reports of post-poll violence against TMC workers have raised alarms about the safety of political workers.
- 05The TMC plans to continue its role as a strong opposition under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee.
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Abhishek Banerjee, a senior leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) party, has publicly questioned the integrity of the electoral process in the West Bengal Assembly elections held in May 2026, alleging that the Election Commission of India acted in a 'partisan' manner. He claimed that nearly 30 lakh genuine voters were disenfranchised and highlighted irregularities related to the handling of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). In a post on social media platform X, Banerjee expressed concerns about the fairness and transparency of the electoral process, stating that democratic institutions appeared compromised. He called for the release of CCTV footage from counting centers and a transparent count of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips. Banerjee also condemned reports of post-poll violence against TMC workers, asserting that no political worker should have to choose between their safety and their beliefs. The TMC plans to remain a vocal opposition, fighting for democracy and the rights of the people under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee.
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The allegations raised by Banerjee could lead to increased scrutiny of the electoral process in West Bengal, potentially affecting the political landscape and safety of party workers.
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