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West Bengal Repoll In Falta Sparks Protest Over Alleged TMC Threats As CRPF RAF Move In
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Published on 4 May 2026
CRPF and RAF were deployed after residents alleged intimidation
Residents protested in Falta, South 24 Parganas, alleging threats and intimidation by Trinamool Congress cadre ahead of West Bengal Assembly vote counting on May 4. The unrest unfolded as repolling began in 15 booths in Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour following Election Commission directions citing irregularities in the second phase. Heavy security forces were deployed at the scene.
- Protest erupts in Falta alleging TMC threats ahead of counting
- Repolling started in 15 booths after Election Commission flagged irregularities
- Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour are among the affected areas
- CRPF and RAF deployed amid rising tension
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