Election Commission orders re‑poll in West Bengal’s Falta constituency for May 21
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 15:19 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
The Election Commission announced a fresh poll for the Falta assembly seat in West Bengal after multiple complaints of electoral malpractice were filed on the original polling day. Counting of votes will occur on May 24, and the decision aims to ensure a free and fair election. The Hindu reports.
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