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Mamata Banerjee Alleges Vote Count Irregularities As Trends Show TMC Sinking in West Bengal
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Published on 4 May 2026
She claims counting was abruptly halted at multiple centres
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has alleged irregularities in the vote counting for the 2026 Assembly Elections, saying counting was halted at several centres. As Election Commission trends began to trickle in, BJP projected a lead on 187 seats while TMC trailed with 92. The election saw a historic 92.47% voter turnout, raising fresh questions over the process.
- Mamata Banerjee claims irregularities in the counting process
- She alleges votes were halted at multiple counting centres
- Election Commission trends project BJP leading with 187 seats
- TMC trails with 92 seats as turnout hit 92.47%
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