Published: Apr 30, 2026, 11:38 IST | Updated: Apr 30, 2026, 11:38 IST
Voting has concluded in the high-voltage West Bengal Assembly elections, with a historic turnout and intense political clashes dominating the day. The BJP and Trinamool Congress traded allegations of EVM manipulation and rigging, adding fresh tension to an already fiercely contested battle. As exit poll discussions gather pace, attention remains focused on whether the BJP can make significant gains in Mamata Banerjee’s traditional strongholds, especially in Kolkata, where the political stakes remain extremely high.