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Vote counting has begun in several key Indian state elections held across five regions, with results expected to be politically significant for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The elections, held in April and May 2026, are seen as an important test of the ruling party’s popularity ahead of future national political developments.
One of the most closely watched contests is in West Bengal, a state with a population of over 100 million, where the BJP is challenging the long-standing rule of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her Trinamool Congress (TMC) party. Early exit polls suggest a tight race, although such predictions have historically been unreliable.
The elections have also been marked by controversy over alleged exclusion of millions of voters from electoral rolls, with critics claiming that the process disproportionately affected minority and marginalized communities. This has triggered protests and political debate across the country.
Analysts say the results in West Bengal could significantly influence the political balance within India, as both the ruling BJP and opposition parties closely watch the outcome.
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