Election 2026 LIVE: Ballot tampering allegations in Bengal; Mamata vows to 'fight till death' to protect EVMs
Allegations of ballot tampering in West Bengal's 2026 assembly elections have sparked political tensions, with Trinamool Congress claiming unauthorized access to ballot boxes and staging protests, while the Election Commission denied the allegations. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vowed to 'fight till death' to protect EVMs, following reports of irregularities, and visited a strong room in Bhabanipur amid heightened scrutiny. Meanwhile, exit polls project a potential BJP victory in the state, with results scheduled to be announced on May 4.
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LiveElection 2026 LIVE: Ballot tampering allegations in Bengal; Mamata vows to 'fight till death' to protect EVMsBy Shubham PandeyUpdated on: May 01, 2026 6:57:14 AM ISTElection 2026 LIVE: Tensions rose in Kolkata after TMC alleged ballot boxes were opened without party representatives, staging a protest outside Netaji Indoor Stadium. The EC denied the claims, while CM Mamata Banerjee inspected a Bhabanipur strong room, citing reports of possible EVM tampering.Key Events1 Mins agoSuvendu says he ensured Mamata refrained from availing any undue advantage4 Mins agoWest Bengal Exit Poll LIVE 2026: Calcutta HC rejects TMC plea against ECI order over Central staff deployment on vote counting day19 Mins agoMamata vows to ‘fight till death’ to protect EVMs35 Mins agoWest Bengal Election LIVE…
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