West Bengal Elections 2026: Re-voting is currently underway at 15 booths for the West Bengal Assembly elections on Saturday. During the voting process, reports of tension have emerged from the Falta area in the South 24 Parganas district. Here, an altercation broke out between local residents and security forces. Furthermore, locals have also alleged that TMC leaders issued threats.
Key Highlights
Re-Poll Status — As of 11:00 AM, May 2
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Date | Saturday, May 2, 2026 |
| ⏰ Voting Hours | 7:00 AM — 6:00 PM |
| 🗳️ Total Booths | 15 polling stations |
| 📊 Overall Turnout (11 AM) | ~36.99% |
| 📍 District | South 24 Parganas |
| 📅 Results | Monday, May 4, 2026 |
A tense standoff persisted for a considerable time between the people and security forces at the scene of the incident. Timely efforts were made to bring the situation under control, although conditions in the area remain tense. Notably, the voting for the 294 seats in the West Bengal Assembly elections had already concluded in two phases on April 23 and April 29.
#WATCH | West Bengal Elections 2026 | South 24 Parganas: Locals have a heated argument with security personnel in Falta area. They are alleging that TMC leaders are threatening them. pic.twitter.com/tZkariNAwo
— ANI (@ANI) May 2, 2026
Reports of rigging and irregularities were received from 15 booths, following which the Election Commission decided to conduct a re-poll. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4—this coming Monday—an event that supporters and party workers alike are eagerly awaiting.
**Re-polling Underway in South 24 Parganas District**
During the re-polling process at 15 booths across two Assembly constituencies in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, 37 percent of the votes had been cast by 11:00 AM. Voting proceeded peacefully at 11 polling stations in the Magrahat West Assembly constituency and four stations in Diamond Harbour.
Acting on reports of electoral rigging, the Election Commission had ordered a re-poll for these seats. Officials stated that voting commenced at 7:00 AM and is scheduled to continue until 6:00 PM. They further reported that a voter turnout of approximately 36.99 percent was recorded by 11:00 AM.*Voting Proceeding Peacefully Here as Well
According to election officials, voter turnout stood at 38.2 percent in Magrahat West and 35.92 percent in Diamond Harbour. An official remarked, “So far, the voting process has remained peaceful, and no incidents of violence or unrest have been reported in either of the two Assembly constituencies.”
A sufficient contingent of Central Forces has been deployed across both constituencies. “Webcasting is also underway, and we are monitoring the entire process.” Voting for these two Assembly seats took place on April 29.
