Re-Poll Begins in 15 Polling Stations in West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026

KalimNews, Kolkata, May 2, 2026: On the basis of the order issued by the Election Commission of India re-polling has commenced today in 15 identified polling stations under the 142—Magrahat Paschim Assembly Constituency and the 143—Diamond Harbour Assembly Constituency in South 24 Parganas district.

This action follows reports submitted by the Returning Officers and Election Observers regarding the polling held on April 29, 2026. After careful consideration of all material circumstances, the Commission had declared the earlier poll conducted on April 29, 2026 at these stations as void under Section 58(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.

The re-poll is being conducted today, May 2, 2026 (Saturday), from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, ensuring voters are able to exercise their franchise in a free and fair manner.

The 11 polling stations in the 142—Magrahat Paschim Assembly Constituency where re-polling is underway are:

46 Uttar Yearpur F.P. School (Room No. 2);

126 Najra F.P. School (Room No. 1);

127 Najra F.P. School (Room No. 2);

128 Deula F.P. School (Room No. 1);

142 Ghola Noyapara Girls' High Madrasha (Room No. 2);

214 Ektara Malaya F.P. School (Room No. 1);

215 Ektara Malaya F.P. School (Room No. 2);

216 Ektara Malaya Dhora F.P. School (Room No. 1);

230 Bahirpuya Kurkuriya F.P. School (Room No. 1);

231 Bahirpuya Kurkuriya F.P. School (Room No. 1);

232 Bahirpuya Kurkuriya F.P. School (Room No. 1).

The 4 polling stations in the 143—Diamond Harbour Assembly Constituency where re-polling has started are:

117 Bagda Junior High School;

179 Chanda F.P. School (Room No. 2);

194 Haridevpur F.P. School;

243 Roynagar F.P. School (Room No. 2).

All election officials concerned have been instructed to take immediate and necessary steps to ensure that the re-poll process is conducted smoothly, peacefully, and in accordance with the principles of a free and fair election.