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West Bengal election 2026: First Phase polling ends across 152 constituencies amid RECORD turnout, sporadic violence

West Bengal election 2026 LIVE updates: Phase 1 voting underway across 152 seats, with 18.76% turnout recorded till 9 am amid long queues at polling booths.

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West Bengal election 2026: First Phase polling ends across 152 constituencies amid RECORD turnout, sporadic violence

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