TMC leaders accuse BJP of tampering with ballots, Election Commission rejects such claims, confirming secure EVM strong rooms.
The political heat has taken off before West Bengal’s counting process scheduled for May 4, as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faces what seems like a three-way threat.
Bengal’s assembly exit poll projections hint at a tighter contest than expected, allegations around EVM security have intensified tensions, and the BJP’s organisational machinery is operating at full throttle together setting the tone of victory before the 2026 elections results.
Exit Poll Projections in Favor of BJP, Mamata cries foul
The first major setback for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) comes from exit polls prediction that shows a close fight, with some projections even giving the BJP a slight edge. Marking a shift in the Bengals’ election expectation of a smooth victory for the fourth consecutive term of Mamata Banerjee.
The election campaign has been influenced by conflicting stories, with the TMC betting on its welfare programs and regionalism, whereas the BJP has focused on its national leadership progress and organizational support. The unpredictability of Mamata Banerjee’s exit poll results has added suspense to the existing ambiguity of results 2026.
EVM Row Intensifies, Mamata Flags ‘Manipulation’ Concerns
The situation has become more complex due to Mamata Banerjee expressing grave worries about the safety of Electronic Voting Machines. Banerjee herself made a visit on 30th April to one of the EVM strong rooms in Kolkata, Bhabanipur, claiming there is a possibility of “manipulation” and describing this as a “life and death” struggle.
Trinamool Congress has even accused the authorities of indulging in electoral fraud, terming it “murder of democracy.” The Election Commission has tried to respond to these charges, while ensuring that protocols are followed.
Banerjee has asked the workers and candidates to protect the strong rooms carefully.
BJP’s Ground Game Gains Momentum Before Counting Day
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, reviewed the training sessions of Bengal BJP party workers ahead counting day May 4th. Sunil Bansal, looking after the training session, emphasised the significance of conducting the counting process without violence and with accuracy.
For two days workshops will continue. Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya criticized CM Mamata Banerjee‘s vigilance calls, suggesting they reflect weakness and stem from a lack of Trinamool workers at booths.
He also stated Banerjee would play foul after election results by accusing the BJP of vote theft.
Strategies for the count day have been derived from the lessons learned from failures in 2021 prompting extensive grassroots engagement through 1.65 lakh meetings to bolster the party’s presence.
High Stakes Amid Record Turnout
West Bengal’s voter turnout 2026 marks over 92% making it historic since independence. The Bengal’s election result 2026 presents a significant evaluation for both Mamata Banerjee TMC and Suvendhu Adhikari’s BJP, ambitions of winning.
As counting day nears, the convergence of exit poll uncertainty, political allegations, and vigorous campaigning have ensured that this has become one of the most highly anticipated elections of recent years. The results on May 4 will decide whether Mamata Banerjee continues her reign or suffers a political defeat.
