The West Bengal Assembly election heats up as the first phase records a historic 92.35% voter turnout—the highest since Independence. BJP’s Amit Shah expresses confidence of victory even in Trinamool strongholds, while tensions rise with fresh allegations of political violence from BJP candidate Agnimitra Paul. With 152 constituencies voting and over 1,400 candidates in the fray, the battle for Bengal intensifies amid high turnout, security concerns, and sharp political exchanges.