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Violence flared in South 24 Parganas during West Bengal repolling. Supporters of the BJP and TMC clashed. Allegations surfaced that voters were prevented from casting ballots. Security forces intervened to restore order. Repolling occurred in specific booths following reports of irregularities and EVM tampering. The Election Commission ordered fresh polling to ensure fair voting.

Repolling has been ordered in 15 South 24 Parganas booths for Saturday, May 2, following irregularities during Bengal's second phase polls. Concerns included disabled CCTV cameras and tampered EVMs. Special observers recommended repolling in several constituencies due to disturbing findings, with some booths in Falta reportedly seeing 100% turnout.

Repoll in 15 booths across South 24 Parganas saw an 86.9% voter turnout, lower than previous phases. Voters emphasized casting their ballots to ensure their votes were not wasted, with many traveling significant distances to participate. The administration ensured a peaceful and fair repoll, though matching previous turnout percentages remained a challenge for some officials.

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP and Election Commission to contest from Falta after a repoll was announced due to "severe electoral offences." The Election Commission cited widespread tampering of EVMs and compromised integrity of recorded votes at multiple booths, leading to the decision for a fresh poll on May 21.

Five police officers in diamond harbour have been suspended by the Election Commission for alleged misconduct and failing to remain neutral during the Bengal assembly elections. The commission has also warned the Superintendent of Police for not ensuring discipline among her team.

The Election Commission ordered a repoll in Falta constituency on May 21 due to alleged subversion of the democratic process, following BJP claims of EVM tampering. This decision comes amid heightened political tensions in the diamond harbour region. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court declined a TMC plea challenging the deployment of central government staff for vote counting.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed confidence in the Trinamool Congress securing over 200 seats, dismissing exit polls as stock market manipulation. She vowed to reward TMC workers who faced alleged brutality from Central Armed Police Forces. Repolling in South 24 Parganas district saw significant voter turnout amidst tight security.

Abhishek Banerjee claimed Trinamool has secured over 100 seats in the first phase of West Bengal assembly elections, asserting the party's victory. He also accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of threatening voters and urged Bengalis to respond to the BJP in a language they understand.