West Bengal Achieves Record Voter Turnout of Over 92% in Recent Elections
Bengal records highest-ever voter turnout since independence, over 92% cast ballot
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West Bengal has recorded its highest-ever voter turnout since independence, exceeding 92% in both phases of the recent elections. The contest is primarily between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with both parties claiming victory as they await the final results on May 4.
- 01West Bengal achieved a historic voter turnout of over 92% in recent elections.
- 02The first phase saw a turnout of 91.78%, while the second phase recorded 91.71%.
- 03The elections are mainly contested between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP.
- 04The TMC aims to win at least 100 of the 152 seats contested in the first phase.
- 05Vote counting and results will be announced on May 4.
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West Bengal has set a new record for voter participation, achieving over 92% turnout in both phases of the recent elections, as confirmed by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The first phase, held on April 23, recorded a turnout of 91.78%, while the second phase on April 29 saw 91.71% participation. This election is viewed as a significant battle between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Both parties have expressed confidence in their chances, with the TMC projecting a win in at least 100 seats and the BJP aiming for 110 seats from the first phase. The electorate included over 2.22 crore voters, with key constituencies like Bhabanipur and Tollyganj being closely monitored. The results will be announced on May 4.
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The high voter turnout indicates strong civic engagement in West Bengal, which may influence future policy decisions and governance.
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