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Bengal counting row erupts as Suvendu alleges officers shared duty details with associations
Politics
Published on 3 May 2026
He claims counting day assignments were leaked
West Bengal’s Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari alleged a “grave violation” of election protocols, claiming officers are disclosing their counting-day duties to associations. BJP MP Saumitra Khan raised similar concerns, warning it could enable undue influence or intimidation. Ahead of May 4 vote counting, security has been intensified outside strongrooms in Kolkata.
- Suvendu Adhikari alleges election protocol breaches over counting-day duty disclosures
- He claims officers shared assignment details with associations that could pressure voters
- Saumitra Khan flags similar issues and urges scrutiny
- Security outside Kolkata strongrooms is heightened for May 4 counting
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