West Bengal's Peaceful Polling: No Repoll Required
The Election Commission has confirmed no repoll is needed in the 44,376 polling stations in West Bengal after the first phase of voting on April 23. The process was largely peaceful, with no major disruptions reported. A record 92.6% voter turnout was recorded across 152 constituencies in the state.
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The Election Commission announced that the first phase of voting in West Bengal proceeded smoothly at all 44,376 polling stations on April 23, with no need for repolling.
An official revealed that the process completed without significant disruptions or irregularities, underscoring the peaceful nature of the exercise.
The election phase covered 152 constituencies in 16 districts, and achieved a remarkable 92.6% voter turnout, with vigilant oversight by central forces and micro-observers, and the second phase is set for April 29.
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