Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Thakur on Wednesday accused the Election Commission of India of acting in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party during the second phase of polling in West Bengal, triggering fresh political controversy in the state.
Speaking to reporters during the ongoing voting process, Mamata Thakur alleged that the Election Commission was not functioning in an impartial manner. She said that the poll body was “doing tandav in Bengal with BJP”, suggesting that its actions were creating an unfair advantage for the ruling party at the Centre.
Her remarks came amid reports of political tensions and complaints raised by various parties during the second phase of polling across multiple constituencies in West Bengal. The Trinamool Congress has repeatedly accused central agencies and the Election Commission of bias in the conduct of elections in the state.
Mamata Thakur further claimed that ground level election management was being influenced in several areas, although she did not provide specific details or evidence at the time of her statement. She urged voters to remain alert and participate peacefully in the democratic process.
The Election Commission has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. However, officials have previously maintained that polling arrangements in West Bengal are being conducted under strict security supervision with central forces deployed across sensitive areas.
The second phase of polling in West Bengal has seen tight security arrangements, with both central and state forces deployed to ensure smooth voting. Reports of minor disturbances and political confrontations have emerged from some locations, though authorities have stated that the overall process remains under control.
Political tensions between the Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party have been high throughout the election campaign, with both sides frequently accusing each other of misuse of power and influence.
As voting continues, the focus remains on turnout, security arrangements, and allegations being exchanged between rival political parties in the state.
