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West Bengal Phase 1 Sees 92.86% Turnout as EC Praises Every Voter
India
Published on 24 April 2026
Polling across 16 districts, but violence claims surface
West Bengal’s Phase 1 recorded a striking 92.86% voter turnout across 16 districts, covering North Bengal, parts of South Bengal, and Jangalmahal areas. The Election Commission “saluted” voters for participating in large numbers. Amid the high turnout, Congress alleged an attack on its party agent by TMC workers in Berhampore, escalating political claims around the voting day.
- Phase 1 turnout hits 92.86% across 16 districts
- Coverage includes North Bengal and Jangalmahal regions
- Election Commission praised voter participation
- Congress alleges attack on party agent by TMC workers
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