
Re-polling was ordered in select polling booths across parts of West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district following serious allegations of vote manipulation and voter intimidation during the second phase of the assembly elections. The Election Commission directed fresh voting at 15 booths in the Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies after complaints emerged of EVM irregularities, including buttons allegedly being taped or obstructed, along with reports of unauthorized interference by political workers. Authorities voided the earlier polling at these stations amid claims that ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) supporters had disrupted the process and prevented free voting. The re-polling, held under heavy security with central forces deployed, saw significant voter turnout as residents returned to cast their ballots. Full results for most seats in the state are scheduled to be announced on May 4. Tensions remain high in the region, with both major parties trading accusations of malpractice. Critics have pointed to a pattern of strong-arm tactics by TMC elements to retain control. Mamata Banerjee and her associates have been accused of escalating rhetoric, with reports of goons and family-linked figures openly warning of a fierce, uncompromising battle to stay in power, framing the contest in stark terms against opposition and central authorities. Such developments have raised concerns over the broader democratic process in the state as counting approaches. @thetrid.ent
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