NEW DELHI: Clashes broke out between supporters of the BJP and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in South 24 Parganas during repolling in West Bengal on Saturday, with allegations emerging that some voters were being prevented from casting their ballots. Security forces were deployed in large numbers to bring the situation under control and ensure voting continued.The repoll is being held in 15 polling stations across Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies after the Election Commission of India declared the April 29 voting in these booths void following reports of irregularities. Fresh polling is being conducted from 7 am to 6 pm under heightened security arrangements.According to officials, 11 booths in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour are undergoing repolling based on reports submitted by returning officers and election observers. The decision was taken under provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.The repoll follows allegations of EVM tampering and voter obstruction in parts of Diamond Harbour’s Falta segment. BJP leaders claimed that voters were unable to select their party due to interference with the machines.In a post on X, BJP leader Amit Malviya said, “This is what Mamata Banerjee was defending when she spoke up for Jehangir Khan, a criminal contesting on a TMC ticket from Falta in Diamond Harbour. In several polling booths, the option to vote for the BJP has been blocked using a tape, effectively preventing voters from exercising their choice. This is the so-called ‘Diamond Harbour Model,’ the same template that helped Mamata Banerjee’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee secure his Lok Sabha seat.”Earlier, West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal had said complaints regarding such incidents would be examined. “If reports of taping of any button come in, that should be verified and noted. If true, those booths will go for a repoll,” he said.Authorities said extensive security arrangements have been put in place to prevent further disturbances, with central forces deployed at sensitive polling stations. The final phase of polling in the state concluded on April 29 with turnout nearing 90 percent.Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, with security tightened at strong rooms in Howrah and other districts.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘No Further Orders Necessary’: SC Bench Rejects TMC Plea On Counting StaffFormer Diplomats React To Bangladesh Summoning Indian Envoy Over Assam CM Himanta’s Remarks‘Stop Poking Nose In India’s Internal Affairs’: JKSA Slams Pakistan Over Jamia Protest RemarksDelhi, Dhaka Move To Resume Full-Scale Visa Services Amid Ties ResetFuel Prices May Go Up Soon As Oil Firms Face Losses Amid Global Crude SpikeNine Dead As Tourist Boat Capsizes In Jabalpur, Survivors Allege Major Safety LapsesJPMorgan Executive Sued Over Sexual Abuse, Coercion And Racial Harassment Allegations In New YorkJabalpur Boat Tragedy: Mother Found Clutching Child After Bargi Dam Capsize, 9 DeadIndia Launches First Barrier-Less Toll System On NH-48: How MLFF Will Change Highway TravelTamil Nadu Poll Tension: Vijay’s TVK Office Set On Fire, Security Concerns Rise123Photostories5 European cities where food is cheaper than you thinkWhat is over-parenting? 4 signs you might be doing it without realisingInside Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh’s Rs 70 crore Worli bungalow: Deeply sentimental interiors and artistic glass windowsSiberian Husky: 7 reasons why this dog breed is good for Indian familyQuote of the day by Princess Diana: Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for youHow to make thick mango shake at home5 times you should ABSOLUTELY NOT go back to your exBeetroot juice isn’t for everyone: Hidden side effects and why you should avoid it10 elegant baby names inspired by gemstones7 powerful theories you’ll wish you understood in your early 20s123Hot PicksExit Poll Result 2026Bengal Election 2026Bengal ElectionPM ModiAjay Pal SharmaBengal Poll RecordHimanta Biswa SarmaTop TrendingUS Germany relationsBank Holiday MayVande Bharat expressLPG cylinder price hikeMumbai missing linkPetrol, Diesel, LPG priceCBSE Class 12th ResultNEET 2026: Exam-day guideBSE AP SSC Class 10th ResultIPL Orange Cap
NEW DELHI: Clashes broke out between supporters of the BJP and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in South 24 Parganas during repolling in West Bengal on Saturday, with allegations emerging that some voters were being prevented from casting their ballots. Security forces were deployed in large numbers to bring the situation under control and ensure voting continued.The repoll is being held in 15 polling stations across Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies after the Election Commission of India declared the April 29 voting in these booths void following reports of irregularities. Fresh polling is being conducted from 7 am to 6 pm under heightened security arrangements.According to officials, 11 booths in Magrahat Paschim and four in Diamond Harbour are undergoing repolling based on reports submitted by returning officers and election observers. The decision was taken under provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.The repoll follows allegations of EVM tampering and voter obstruction in parts of Diamond Harbour’s Falta segment. BJP leaders claimed that voters were unable to select their party due to interference with the machines.In a post on X, BJP leader Amit Malviya said, “This is what Mamata Banerjee was defending when she spoke up for Jehangir Khan, a criminal contesting on a TMC ticket from Falta in Diamond Harbour. In several polling booths, the option to vote for the BJP has been blocked using a tape, effectively preventing voters from exercising their choice. This is the so-called ‘Diamond Harbour Model,’ the same template that helped Mamata Banerjee’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee secure his Lok Sabha seat.“Earlier, West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal had said complaints regarding such incidents would be examined. “If reports of taping of any button come in, that should be verified and noted. If true, those booths will go for a repoll,” he said.Authorities said extensive security arrangements have been put in place to prevent further disturbances, with central forces deployed at sensitive polling stations. The final phase of polling in the state concluded on April 29 with turnout nearing 90 percent.Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, with security tightened at strong rooms in Howrah and other districts.
