Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed strong confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party after the first phase of polling, claiming the party has already gained major momentum. He projected that BJP could win 100 seats in Assam and cross 200 seats in West Bengal. Meanwhile, election officials reported record voter turnout in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. The next phase of polling will take place on April 29, with results expected on May 4.
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Key Facts
- Leader: Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Party: Bharatiya Janata Party
- Claimed Seats (Assam): Around 100
- Claimed Seats (West Bengal): Over 200
- First Phase Turnout (West Bengal): 91.91%
- High Turnout Districts: Dakshin Dinajpur (94.85%), Cooch Behar (94.54%), Birbhum (93.70%)
- Next Polling Date: April 29
- Counting Date: May 4
Sarma Projects Strong BJP Performance
Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that the BJP has already secured a strong lead after the first phase of polling. He claimed that the party effectively locked in around 110 seats early in the process.
Moreover, he expressed confidence that the BJP will achieve a “century” in Assam and a “double century” in West Bengal. According to him, the current political momentum strongly favours the party.
‘Unprecedented Shift’ in West Bengal
Sarma described the political atmosphere in West Bengal as dramatically different from previous elections. He said voter sentiment has shifted significantly in favour of the BJP.
Additionally, he noted that many voters who earlier hesitated now openly support the party. Therefore, he believes this shift could result in an unexpected surge in seat numbers.
Record Voter Turnout Reported
At the same time, Gyanesh Kumar highlighted a record-breaking voter turnout during the first phase. Both West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded their highest-ever participation since Independence.
West Bengal alone reported a turnout of 91.91 percent. Furthermore, several districts crossed the 90 percent mark, showing strong voter engagement.
Districts Lead in Voter Participation
Several districts in West Bengal recorded exceptionally high turnout figures. Dakshin Dinajpur led with 94.85 percent, followed by Cooch Behar at 94.54 percent and Birbhum at 93.70 percent.
In addition, Jalpaiguri and Murshidabad also reported turnout above 92 percent. These numbers indicate strong public participation in the electoral process.
Next Phase and Counting Schedule
Election authorities will conduct polling for the remaining 142 constituencies in West Bengal on April 29. After that, officials will count votes on May 4.
Therefore, the coming phases will play a crucial role in determining the final outcome of the elections.
Why Assam and Northeast Matter
Assam plays a key role in Northeast India’s political landscape. Developments here often influence regional alliances and national electoral strategies. Consequently, strong performance in Assam strengthens a party’s presence across the Northeast.
Q&A Section
What did Himanta Biswa Sarma claim?
He claimed the BJP has gained strong momentum and could win 100 seats in Assam and over 200 in West Bengal.
What is significant about the first phase of polling?
It recorded very high voter turnout, especially in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.
Which state recorded the highest turnout?
West Bengal recorded 91.91 percent turnout, with several districts crossing 90 percent.
When will the next phase of polling take place?
The next phase will be held on April 29.
When will election results be announced?
Counting of votes will take place on May 4.
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