The Trinamool Congress (TMC) staged a sit-in protest outside the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) strongroom in Kolkata on Thursday, alleging irregularities in the ongoing West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Party workers gathered in large numbers, demanding a thorough investigation into the matter. According to TMC sources, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was also heading to the centre to take stock of the situation firsthand. The protest comes amid heightened tensions over the electoral process in the state.
Background of the Protest
The TMC has raised concerns about the security and handling of EVMs, claiming that there have been discrepancies in the voting data. The party has called for a transparent audit of the machines to ensure the integrity of the election results. The sit-in was organized peacefully, with party leaders addressing the crowd and reiterating their demand for fair elections.
Reactions from Political Rivals
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and other opposition parties have criticized the TMC's actions, accusing them of trying to undermine the electoral process. However, the TMC maintains that its protest is legitimate and aimed at protecting democracy.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes are on the Chief Minister's visit to the strongroom, which could potentially de-escalate the tension or lead to further political confrontations.
