April 26th 2024.
In the bustling city of Kolkata, the Election Commission has reported that a significant number of voters, 31%, have already cast their ballots by 11am on Friday. This is in the three Lok Sabha constituencies of West Bengal, where polling began at 7am and will continue until 6pm. The constituencies in question are Darjeeling, Balurghat, and Raiganj.
Out of these three, Darjeeling has seen the highest turnout so far, with a voter participation rate of 32.75%. Raiganj and Balurghat have also seen a good turnout of 32.51% and 28.11% respectively. This is a promising sign for the democratic process, as the people of West Bengal exercise their right to vote.
According to the Election Commission official, there have been 290 complaints so far, most of them related to malfunctioning electronic voting machines (EVMs). The commission is working to address these issues and ensure a smooth voting process for all citizens.
In this phase of the elections, there are a total of 47 candidates in the running, including the state BJP president Sukanta Majumdar. The competition is fierce as these candidates vie for the three seats up for grabs.
As the day progresses, the Election Commission will continue to monitor the situation and ensure a fair and transparent voting process. The citizens of West Bengal have shown great enthusiasm in exercising their right to vote, and their participation is crucial in shaping the future of the country. Let us all do our part and make our voices heard in this important democratic process.
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