Record turnout in West Bengal poll fuels rival claims
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-24 22:09 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
A record 92.88% voting in West Bengal's election has sparked claims from rival parties, but data suggests that high participation does not always translate into anti- or pro-incumbency outcomes.
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