Campaign ends for crucial first phase of West Bengal Assembly polls; 152 constituencies to vote on April 23
The campaign for the first phase of West Bengal Assembly elections ended on Tuesday, with 152 constituencies set to vote on April 23. The Trinamool Congress and BJP are the main contenders, with the TMC seeking a fourth term and the BJP trying to unseat the Mamata Banerjee-led government.
The first phase of West Bengal Assembly elections will take place on April 23, with 152 constituencies across north Bengal and southern districts voting. Over 3.60 crore electors are eligible to vote, including 1.84 crore male, 1.75 crore female, and 465 third-gender voters. The Election Commission has deployed 2,450 companies of Central paramilitary forces to ensure security. Key candidates include Suvendu Adhikari, Nisith Pramanik, and Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. The BJP and TMC have made various promises, including implementing the Uniform Civil Code and providing financial assistance to beneficiaries. The TMC has accused the BJP of trying to manipulate voter lists, while the BJP has alleged political violence and corruption in the state.
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