Bombs, Booth Clashes And Claims: High Drama Marks Phase 2 Of Bengal Polling
From the recovery of crude bombs and clashes at polling booths to allegations of intimidation by the Leader of the Opposition, Phase 2 of voting in West Bengal saw tense and dramatic moments across several districts. Polling was briefly halted at a few booths as security forces intervened, including lathicharge in some areas. Despite sporadic violence and sloganeering, voting continued under tight watch, with the Election Commission deploying additional forces and deciding to retain 700 CAPF companies in the state.
