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EC suspends victory festivities in West Bengal amid reports of counting station access trouble

Politics
Published on 4 May 2026
EC suspends victory festivities in West Bengal amid reports of counting station access trouble

What happens when party reps can’t reach the count

The Election Commission has ordered all victory festivities in West Bengal to be suspended today to maintain law and order after election results were announced. Authorities are addressing reports that party representatives are having difficulty accessing counting stations. Officials say a resolution is expected shortly, with the move aimed at preventing unrest during the immediate post-result period.

  • EC suspends all election victory celebrations in West Bengal today
  • Reports say party representatives are struggling to reach counting stations
  • Authorities are working on access issues to restore normal operations
  • The decision is meant to keep peace after results were declared
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