Falta assembly constituency

The Election Commission of India announced a repoll for the Falta Assembly constituency, scheduled for May 21, 2026. This decision follows significant allegations of electoral misconduct during the initial polling on April 29, 2026.

Local protests erupted after voters reported threats from Trinamool Congress (TMC) members. A local woman stated, “TMC’s Israfil Chowkidar has threatened us that if these people win, they will burn our houses and carry out bloodshed.” Another woman echoed the sentiment, demanding safety for women in the area.

Officials received at least 77 complaints regarding EVM tampering during the second phase of the West Bengal elections. The Election Commission determined that these issues warranted a fresh poll across all 285 polling stations in the constituency.

The repolling will occur from 7 am to 6 pm, with votes counted on May 24, 2026. The decision reflects serious concerns about the integrity of the democratic process in Falta.

The two-phase assembly polls in West Bengal took place on April 23 and April 29, 2026. Reports of electoral offences prompted the Election Commission to act decisively to restore voter confidence.

This situation highlights ongoing tensions between political parties in West Bengal, particularly between the TMC and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The outcome of the repoll could influence future elections and party dynamics in the region.