SIR, yes SIR: How voter deletions impacted West Bengal elections West Bengal witnessed a significant political shift as the BJP formed its first government, largely influenced by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. This exercise, which removed nearly 12% of voters, disproportionately affected minority communities and became a central, contentious issue, reshaping voting trends and contributing to the BJP's surge across the state. #West_Bengal #SIR #Special_Intensive #Intensive_Revision #electoral_rolls #Bengal_elections #Bengal_witnessed #impacted_West #elections_West #largely_influenced
92.6% turnout in Phase 2 takes Bengal total to record 92.9% West Bengal witnessed an unprecedented voter turnout of 92.9% across two phases, surpassing previous records and nearing India's highest. This surge, particularly in Kolkata, is attributed to voter roll corrections and enhanced security. Despite a reduced electorate, more votes were cast, with women outvoting men. Officials are investigating complaints of vote tampering. #India #West_Bengal #Bengal #West #previous_records #Bengal_witnessed #India_highest #nearing_India #Bengal_total #surpassing_previous
West Bengal logs record 91.66% turnout in phase 2, sporadic violence reported across districts West Bengal witnessed a record voter turnout exceeding 91% in the second phase of assembly elections, contributing to an overall 92.47% across two phases, the highest since Independence. Despite high participation, sporadic incidents of violence and vandalism were reported from various locations, prompting the Election Commission to seek reports and ensure fair polling. #West_Bengal #Bengal #assembly_elections #voter_turnout #Bengal_logs #Bengal_witnessed #districts_West #turnout_exceeding #logs_record #record_voter
