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Mamata Banerjee alleges manipulation at counting centres, with malfunctioning machines and threats aimed at Trinamool Congress. Despite challenges, she insists her party leads in many seats and encourages workers to remain patient, predicting a turnaround in results.
‘Results will flip after sunset’: Mamata Banerjee claims TMC is leading in 100 more seats, reveals ‘BJP’s plan’(Screengrab from Facebook/Mamata Banerjee)West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has said that her party, TMC, is leading 100 more seats. The actual numbers are way higher than what it’s shown. She has alleged that it’s a part of the BJP’s plan to hide the actual numbers.
Mamata Banerjee has issued a strong message towards all Trinamool Congress workers. She has asked all of them to “wait and watch”. Her party will emerge victorious after the sunset, she said.
Mamata Banerjee's message
“Greetings to everyone. I request all counting agents and party candidates, please do not leave the counting centres or the strong rooms where counting is taking place. Do not step out under any circumstances.
This is part of the BJP’s plan. I have been saying since yesterday that in the first two to three rounds, their votes will be shown first and ours later. In many places, after two or three rounds of counting, the process has been halted at nearly 100 locations.
Wait and watch. We’ll fight like tigers.
In Kolaghat, seven machines have reportedly malfunctioned, and there is no tally match. This is a complete manipulation. They are trying to create chaos at counting centres, targeting Trinamool Congress, vandalising offices, forcibly taking control, issuing threats in the name of SIR, and even attempting to tamper with votes.
Despite this, there are around 100 more seats where we are leading, but those are not being declared. The government is selectively feeding news. Earlier, updates used to come through the District Initial Counting Unit (DICU), but that has changed since yesterday.
The government and the Election Commission are acting arbitrarily, supported by central forces, while our local police are working under their direction.
So, I urge all our counting agents and party workers not to lose heart. I have said this before, after a few rounds, you will see the results turn in our favour. Counting goes up to 14-18 rounds, and that is when we will win.
Wait and watch. We’ll fight like tigers.”
Election Results: Early Trends
Early trends in West Bengal indicate that the BJP is set to gain a clear majority, surpassing the Mamata Banerjee government.
Early trends in Tamil Nadu hint that Actor Vijay is all set to become the next CM. According to early trends, the UDF is gaining power in Kerala. The BJP-led NDA will retain power in Assam and Puducherry.
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Sounak Mukhopadhyay
Sounak Mukhopadhyay covers trending news, sports and entertainment for LiveMint. His reporting focuses on fast-moving stories, box office performance, digital culture and major cricket developments. He combines real-time updates with clear context for everyday readers. <br><br> Sounak brings newsroom experience across breaking news, explainers and long-form features. He has a strong emphasis on accuracy, verification and responsible storytelling. His work tracks audience behaviour, celebrity influence and the business of sport and cinema. He helps readers understand why a story matters beyond the headline. <br><br> Sounak has contributed to widely read digital publications. He continues to build a body of journalism shaped by consistency, speed and editorial clarity. He is particularly interested in the intersection of media, popular culture and public conversation in contemporary India. <br><br> At LiveMint, he writes daily coverage as well as analytical pieces that interpret numbers, trends and cultural moments in accessible language. His approach prioritises factual depth, balanced framing and reader trust. The reporting aligns with modern newsroom standards of transparency and credibility. <br><br> Outside daily reporting, he explores storytelling across formats including podcasts, filmmaking and narrative non-fiction. Through his journalism, Sounak aims to document the rhythms of modern entertainment and sports while maintaining rigorous editorial integrity. <br><br> Sounak continues to develop audience-focused journalism that connects speed with substance in a rapidly-changing information environment. His work seeks clarity, trust and lasting public value in every story he reports.

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