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.
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