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Kolkata on High Alert as Counting Begins; EC Assures Free & Fair Process Amid TMC-BJP Tensions

| May 04, 2026, 08:02:41 AM | TOI.in
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Kolkata and several parts of West Bengal are under tight security as counting of votes begins across 77 centres. The Kolkata Police, along with central forces, has deployed thousands of personnel with multi-layer security arrangements to prevent any unrest. Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal has assured that the counting process will be conducted in a free and fair manner. However, tensions remain high as the Trinamool Congress and BJP have exchanged allegations over suspected irregularities at counting centres. The Election Commission of India has also deployed additional observers to ensure transparency. With record voter turnout in both phases, the state now awaits a crucial verdict that will determine whether TMC retains power or BJP makes a historic entry.

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