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EC orders Falta repoll on May 21 after Panda claims irregularities; BJP predicts 1-1.5 lakh margin
BJP candidate Debangshu Panda alleges irregularities and calls for repoll in Falta, prompting the Election Commission to order fresh voting on May 21. The article also notes repolling in other constituencies, and includes statements from BJP and TMC figures ahead of counting.
Why It Matters
The Falta repoll decision highlights concerns about electoral integrity in West Bengal and signals the high-stakes political contest between BJP and TMC ahead of vote counting.
Timeline
8 Events
Arjun Singh (Noapara) expresses confidence for BJP to form government
May 3, 2026
BJP candidate from Noapara, Arjun Singh, said the party is gaining strong public support and that the government will be formed, with people coming out to vote.
Debangshu Panda alleges irregularities; EC orders repoll on May 21
May 3, 2026
BJP candidate Debangshu Panda told ANI that irregularities occurred at several polling booths, including cellotape on the BJP symbol and alleged voter intimidation. He said the Election Commission ordered fresh voting across Falta on May 21, and predicted BJP would win Falta by 1-1.5 lakh votes.
Tapas Roy raises concerns over security and counting hall arrangements
May 2, 2026
BJP candidate Tapas Roy highlighted alleged lapses in security deployment, misusing personnel, and counting hall arrangements, citing incidents around Falta and Diamond Harbour.
Kunal Ghosh visits Netaji Indoor Stadium
May 2, 2026
TMC leader Kunal Ghosh visited Netaji Indoor Stadium, which has strong rooms with EVMs.
BJP delegation meets West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer
May 2, 2026
Earlier on Saturday, the BJP delegation met with West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal.
Repolling in 15 booths in Paschim Magrahat and Diamond Harbour
May 2, 2026
Repolling was conducted in 15 booths across Paschim Magrahat and Diamond Harbour assembly constituencies on Saturday, May 2.
Polling held in West Bengal (April 29)
April 29, 2026
Polling across 294 constituencies in West Bengal was held on April 29, with counting scheduled for May 4.
Polling held in West Bengal across 294 constituencies
April 23, 2026
Polling across 294 constituencies in West Bengal was held on April 23, with counting scheduled to begin on May 4.