Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad expressed worry over the West Bengal election outcome, suggesting a shift towards dictatorship in the country. He criticized the Election Commission’s impartiality and independence, crucial for a democracy’s strength. Prasad alleged irregularities in polling processes, including vote rigging and voter list deletions, raising concerns over the conduct of the elections.
The BJP’s notable performance in West Bengal signifies a significant political change in the state, traditionally an Opposition stronghold. The Trinamool Congress, led by outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, faced a defeat after governing the state for over 15 years. The BJP’s victory is considered a significant achievement in eastern India, with the party securing 206 seats in the 294-member Assembly.
The majority mark in the Assembly stands at 196, with results declared for 293 constituencies. The BJP’s vote share stood at 46%, surpassing the Trinamool’s 41%. Other parties like the Congress, CPI-M, AISF, and Aam Janata Unnayan Party also secured seats in the elections. The Election Commission announced repolling in one constituency, with counting scheduled for May 24.
