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Flight, train fares to Kolkata soar as voters rush home to cast ballots
Voters are rushing back to Kolkata to cast ballots as flight and train fares to the city rise. The report also notes political tensions near Bhabanipur with a Mamata Banerjee-related incident and clashes between party workers.
Why It Matters
Rising transport costs can affect voter access and turnout during elections, potentially influencing electoral outcomes.
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Mamata Fumes, Walks Off Stage Over Noise From Nearby BJP Rally In Bhabanipur, TMC-BJP Workers Clash
April 26, 2026
The article notes Mamata Banerjee fuming and walking off a stage due to noise from a nearby BJP rally in Bhabanipur, with clashes between TMC and BJP workers reported.
Flight, train fares to Kolkata soar as voters rush home to cast ballots
April 26, 2026
The article reports that flight and train fares to Kolkata have surged as voters hurry to return home to cast their ballots.