West Bengal Elections (Phase 1): Voting Amid Allegations, Violence and Big Questions – The Indian Awaaz

West Bengal Elections (Phase 1): Voting Amid Allegations, Violence and Big Questions – The Indian Awaaz

Last Updated on April 24, 2026 12:22 am by INDIAN AWAAZ Aafreen Hussain /KOLKATA Voting for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, covering 152 constituencies, was marked by widespread allegations of irregularities, violence, and administrative lapses. Polling began early in the morning across districts in both North and South Bengal, but disruptions at several booths raised concerns about the fairness of the process. With over 3…

West Bengal Phase 1 Voting

On Thursday, April 23, voting for the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 began. There were reports of intermittent violence along with a high voter turnout. A significant flashpoint happened in Asansol when BJP candidate and MLA Agnimitra Paul said that unknown people attacked her car. Paul said that the incident was planned by the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) to scare opposition candidates. Violence and Clashes Mark Phase…