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West Bengal Sees Record 91.62% Voter Turnout in 2nd Phase Polling

West Bengal recorded a massive 91.62% voter turnout in the second phase of polling on Wednesday. Purba Bardhaman district led with 93.48% turnout, followed by other districts. The phase covered 142 seats and is seen as a litmus test for the ruling Trinamool Congress. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar hailed it as the highest polling percentage since Independence.

Key Points: West Bengal Records 91.62% Voter Turnout in 2nd Phase

  • Record 91.62% voter turnout in West Bengal's 2nd phase
  • Purba Bardhaman leads with 93.48%
  • Over 2.22 crore eligible voters across 142 seats
  • Key test for TMC in traditional strongholds
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West Bengal records massive 91.62% voter turnout following close of 2nd phase polling

West Bengal's second phase polling hits 91.62% turnout, with Purba Bardhaman leading at 93.48%. Key contests in TMC vs BJP battle.

"Highest ever percentage of polling in West Bengal in both Phase I & II since Independence - Chunav ka Parv, Paschim Bengal ka Garv - Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar"

Kolkata, April 29

The voter turnout in West Bengal reached a staggering 91.62% by the close of the second phase of polling on Wednesday.

According to the latest data from the Election Commission of India at 7:30 pm, Purba Bardhaman district maintained the lead with a massive 93.48% turnout, followed closely by South 24 Parganas (91.73%), North 24 Parganas (91.70%), Hooghly (91.50%), Nadia (91.45%), and Howrah (91.17%).

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar hailed the voter participation, stating, "Highest ever percentage of polling in West Bengal in both Phase I & II since Independence - Chunav ka Parv, Paschim Bengal ka Garv".

This high level of engagement mirrors the first phase of polling, which recorded a substantial 91.78% turnout, underscoring the widespread and active participation of citizens in the current elections.

The first phase of polling was held on April 23. The main fight in West Bengal is being seen between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP.

The second phase of the polling is widely seen as the 'litmus test' for the Trinamool Congress (TMC), as voting moved into the party's traditional fortresses in South Bengal and Kolkata.

The second phase covers 142 out of 294 seats in West Bengal.

Over 2.22 crore voters, including 1,64,35,627 men and 1,57,37,418 women, were eligible to cast their votes in the second phase of polling.

Key contests in the second phase included Bhabanipur and Tollyganj.In the 2021 elections, the TMC dominated this specific belt, winning 123 of these 142 seats. For the BJP, this phase is about making inroads into the urban "bhadralok" vote and the Matua community. For the TMC, it is about holding the line to ensure a fourth consecutive term for Mamata Banerjee.

The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

- ANI

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Vikram M
Great to see such high participation, but let's not forget that high turnout doesn't automatically mean good governance. What matters is whether votes translate into real development. The TMC and BJP both need to focus on jobs and infrastructure.
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Arjun K
As a West Bengali watching from Bangalore, this makes me proud. The 'bhadralok' voters are finally waking up and participating. Hoping this time the Matua community also gets their due recognition. #WestBengalElections
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Rohit P
Respect to all the voters who stood in long queues under the sun. But honestly, I'm skeptical about these numbers. In some booths, I've heard reports of fake voting and pressure on voters. Let the EC investigate thoroughly before celebrating too much.
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Michael C
Living in the US, I'm amazed by India's election enthusiasm. In my home country, we struggle to get even 60% during presidential elections. Bengal's 91% is a lesson in civic duty. Well done! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
The fight in Tollyganj and Bhabanipur is going to be very interesting! TMC's traditional strongholds are being tested. Let's see if Mamata Didi's development work pays off or if people want change. Counting day on May 4 can't come soon enough! 🤞
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Suresh O

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