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EC orders full repoll in Falta after EVM tampering and voter intimidation allegations emerged
Politics
Published on 3 May 2026
Masked EVM buttons were reported before the vote
The Election Commission of India has ordered a complete repoll in West Bengal’s Falta Assembly constituency, declaring the April 29 election seriously vitiated. The decision follows reports of EVM tampering, procedural lapses, and alleged booth interference and voter intimidation. The fresh polling is scheduled for May 21, after irregularities surfaced around the voting machines.
- EC calls the April 29 Falta vote seriously vitiated
- Allegations include EVM tampering and masked buttons
- Procedural lapses and booth interference were cited
- Fresh polling will be held on May 21
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