West Bengal Panchayat Election Results: TMC Emerges Dominant, BJP Secures Distant Second – 10 Key Updates

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West Bengal Panchayat Election 2023 Results: TMC’s Dominance Shakes Ground, BJP Trails Behind – 10 Thrilling Updates!

The much-anticipated results of the West Bengal Panchayat Election 2023, considered a crucial test for the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), are finally being declared today amidst heightened security and palpable excitement.

Here are the top 10 intriguing updates on the West Bengal Panchayat Election Results:

  1. TMC’s Roaring Victory: The TMC seems poised to sweep the rural polls, establishing an insurmountable lead in the results announced so far by the State Election Commission. Out of the 23,344 seats declared, the TMC has triumphed in a staggering 16,330 gram panchayat seats, leaving its nearest rival BJP in the dust with 3,790 seats.
  2. Left Front’s Stand: The Left Front has secured victory in 1,365 seats, with the CPI(M) alone winning an impressive 1,206 seats. Currently, the Left is leading in 621 seats. The Congress, on the other hand, has secured 886 seats and is leading in 256. Notably, other parties, including the newly formed ISF, have won 937 seats and are leading in 190 seats, while independent candidates, including TMC rebels, have won 418 seats and are leading in 73 seats.
  3. Repolling and the Aftermath: Following widespread violence and allegations of vote tampering, the State Election Commission ordered a repoll in 696 booths across 19 districts of Bengal. The repolling, held on Monday, witnessed a significant turnout of 69.85% of eligible voters casting their ballots by 5 pm.
  4. Tragic Toll: Amidst the political turmoil, the toll of political violence reached 42 since June 8, the day the three-tier local body polls were announced. On Monday alone, four more deaths were reported, leading to heightened tensions and concerns over the escalating violence.
  5. BJP’s Accusations: The BJP did not hold back in criticizing the Trinamool Congress government, condemning what they described as “state-sponsored” violence. They labeled Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee as “ruthless” and claimed that at least 45 people lost their lives in the clashes. In response, the BJP has formed a four-member fact-finding committee, including MP Ravi Shankar Prasad and MP Dr. Satyapal Singh, to investigate the violence-affected areas.
  6. Assam Extends Support: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma offered refuge to 133 individuals from West Bengal who feared for their lives due to the election violence. These individuals have been provided shelter in a relief camp, and the Assam government assured them of necessary humanitarian aid during these trying times.
  7. Tragic Toll Continues: The voting day violence on July 8 resulted in the deaths of at least 19 individuals, with numerous allegations of booth capturing, rigging, looting of ballot boxes, and other acts of violence. The number of casualties surpassed the violence witnessed during the 2018 panchayat elections, further intensifying concerns over the deteriorating situation.
  8. Repolling Amidst Security: The repolling on Monday began with tight security measures, with a minimum of four central forces personnel deployed in each booth, in addition to the state police. Special provisions were made for voters who were in queues by 5 pm, ensuring their right to cast their ballots.
  9. Governor’s Assessment: West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose visited South 24 Parganas district, including Bhangar and Canning, to evaluate the situation firsthand. Earlier, the governor met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to brief him on the recent wave of violence in West Bengal.
  10. Uncontested Triumph: In 2018, the TMC won an astonishing 34% of the seats in the panchayat elections uncontested. This year, the ruling party has again secured multiple seats without contesting, raising allegations from the opposition of TMC cadre preventing candidates from filing nominations.

The West Bengal Panchayat Election 2023 results have captivated the nation, with TMC’s dominance and BJP’s struggle for prominence creating an electrifying atmosphere. As the political landscape unfolds, the implications of these results will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the state’s political landscape and the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Stay tuned for more updates!

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