Trinamool Congress MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay criticized the Election Commission of India’s handling of West Bengal polling. He expressed confidence in Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s return to power with a strong mandate. Bandyopadhyay highlighted tensions in some constituencies and the deployment of a large number of forces.
Bandyopadhyay, a six-time elected MP from Kolkata, denounced the Election Commission’s conduct as brutal. Despite this, he predicted Mamata Banerjee’s victory with over 250 seats. Meanwhile, polling for the second phase of West Bengal Assembly elections is ongoing with stringent security measures in place.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee visited polling booths in South Kolkata amid tight security arrangements. She alleged mistreatment of a Trinamool Congress worker and accused the BJP of attempting to manipulate the elections. Mamata Banerjee also criticized election observers and accused the CRPF of assaulting her party’s workers and leaders.
The political landscape in West Bengal remains tense as voters cast their ballots amidst allegations and counter-allegations. The state witnesses a high-stakes electoral battle with security concerns and political tensions prevailing during the voting process.
