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BJP accuses Trinamool of misusing judicial process out of political desperation

The Supreme Court refused to intervene in a Calcutta High Court decision on deploying Central government officials for vote counting in West Bengal. In response, BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi claimed Trinamool Congress is misusing the judicial process due to political desperation.

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The ruling highlights tensions between political parties and the judiciary over election administration in West Bengal ahead of state polls.

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BJP accuses Trinamool of misusing judicial process out of political desperation at a press conference

May 2, 2026

BJP MP and spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi stated at a press conference that the Trinamool Congress is misusing the judicial process due to political desperation and anxiety over a violence-free election in the state.

Supreme Court refuses to interfere with Calcutta High Court decision on deployment of Central government officials for vote counting in West Bengal

May 2, 2026

The Supreme Court, on Saturday, refused to interfere with a Calcutta High Court order regarding the deployment of Central government officials for vote counting in West Bengal.