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BJP's Siliguri Candidate Shankar Ghosh Confident of Forming Bengal Government

BJP's Siliguri candidate and incumbent MLA Shankar Ghosh cast his vote and expressed strong confidence that his party would form the government in West Bengal. The election saw minor incidents, including a verbal altercation between supporters of Ghosh and TMC rival Goutam Deb at a polling booth, which was quickly controlled by security. In a separate incident in Murshidabad, a clash occurred involving TMC workers and police following the arrival of AUJP chief Humayun Kabir, requiring police intervention. The state is witnessing a high-voltage contest between the ruling TMC, seeking a fourth term, and the BJP, which aims to secure a majority after a strong previous performance.

Key Points: Bengal Polls: BJP's Shankar Ghosh Votes, Predicts Victory

  • BJP candidate confident of victory
  • Minor clashes reported at polling stations
  • Security forces intervene to maintain peace
  • High-stakes contest for 294 seats
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"We will form government": BJP's Siliguri candidate Shankar Ghosh casts vote

BJP candidate Shankar Ghosh casts vote in Siliguri, expresses confidence in forming government. Reports of minor clashes in Murshidabad amid polling.

"This time we will form the government. - Shankar Ghosh"

Siliguri, April 23

BJP candidate from Siliguri Assembly constituency Shankar Ghosh on Thursday cast his vote and expressed confidence that his party will secure a majority in the West Bengal elections.

Speaking to ANI, Ghosh urged people to exercise their democratic right and vote peacefully.

"Voting is going on peacefully. I hope it will continue this way. Everyone must exercise their vote. I want peaceful voting. This time we will form the government," Ghosh said.

Incumbent MLA Shankar Ghosh is contesting against TMC's Goutam Deb, CPI(M)'s Saradindu Chakraborty, and Congress candidate Alok Dhara.

At one polling station at Jagadish Chandra Vidyapith, supporters of Shankar Ghosh and TMC's Goutam Deb were involved in a verbal altercation. Security forces present at the booth quickly intervened and dispersed the crowd.

Meanwhile, in Murshidabad, a clash broke out during the ongoing West Bengal Assembly elections after TMC workers raised slogans and entered into an altercation with police following the arrival of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AUJP) founder Humayun Kabir in the area.

Security personnel were deployed to control the situation as tensions escalated between party workers and police during the polling process. The police were forced to use mild lathi charge to dispel some of the crowd, but denied that the situation was out of hand.

ASP Majid Khan said, "The situation is peaceful. Nothing has happened anywhere..."

AUJP Chief Humayun Kabir said that he had appealed to his party cadre to remain calm.

"I told all my people to stay calm. I want the voting and election to happen peacefully, and everyone should participate. My aim or intention is not to hit, scare, or threaten anyone," he said.

West Bengal is witnessing a two-phase election for its 294 Assembly seats. The first phase covers 152 constituencies, while the second phase is scheduled for April 29.

According to the Election Commission of India, a total of 1,478 candidates are in the fray in the first phase. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

The state is set to witness a high-voltage contest between the incumbent Trinamool Congress, which is seeking a fourth consecutive term, and the BJP, which is aiming to form the government after a strong showing in the previous elections.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is aiming for a fourth consecutive term, while the BJP, which secured 77 seats in the previous election, is making a renewed push to form the government in the state.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The confidence is good, but the reports of altercations at polling booths are worrying. Why can't we have elections without these clashes? The EC and security forces need to be very strict. Peaceful voting is a fundamental right.
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Aman W
Bengal needs a change. The TMC has been in power for too long. Hoping for a BJP government that can bring development and curb the political violence we've seen for years. 🤞
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Sarah B
Respectfully, the article shows a candidate claiming they will form the government before a single vote is counted. This overconfidence isn't helpful. Let the process play out and let the results speak. The focus should be 100% on ensuring a free and fair poll.
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Gaurav U
Didi has done a lot for Bengal, especially for women and farmers. These small clashes are being blown out of proportion. The majority of polling is peaceful. TMC will win again, no doubt.
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Karthik V
The real winner should be the voter. Hope people vote for development, jobs, and law & order, not just empty promises or identity politics. May the best party win! 🇮🇳

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