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IN PHOTOS: BJP dominance in Bengal trends sparks joy among supporters, tension on ground

Updated On: 04 May, 2026 03:09 PM IST | Tarun Verma

The West Bengal Assembly election results day saw dramatic scenes across the state, with BJP workers celebrating early leads while sporadic clashes broke out in some districts. PICS/PTI

BJP workers celebrate at the party headquarters in Kolkata on May 4, 2026, as early trends show the party taking a strong lead in the Assembly elections. Pic/PTI

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BJP workers celebrate at the party headquarters in Kolkata on May 4, 2026, as early trends show the party taking a strong lead in the Assembly elections. Pic/PTI
Jubilant BJP supporters gather in Kolkata, raising slogans as they pass by the residence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee amid counting day excitement

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Jubilant BJP supporters gather in Kolkata, raising slogans as they pass by the residence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee amid counting day excitement

BJP supporters chant “Jai Shree Ram” outside the residence of Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as the party crosses the majority mark

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BJP supporters chant “Jai Shree Ram” outside the residence of Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as the party crosses the majority mark

While, Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee addresses her supporters, saying, “Do not lose hearts, we will win after sundown,” while alleging irregularities in the counting process

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While, Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee addresses her supporters, saying, “Do not lose hearts, we will win after sundown,” while alleging irregularities in the counting process

 BJP supporters eat 'Jhalmuri' amid celebrations of party's lead during vote tabulation

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 BJP supporters eat 'Jhalmuri' amid celebrations of party's lead during vote tabulation

Security tightened near key political locations in Kolkata as crowds gather during the high-stakes counting process

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Security tightened near key political locations in Kolkata as crowds gather during the high-stakes counting process

Supporters in Raiganj rejoice as BJP gains momentum during vote counting in Uttar Dinajpur district

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Supporters in Raiganj rejoice as BJP gains momentum during vote counting in Uttar Dinajpur district

Party supporters cheer and wave flags at a BJP office in Kolkata as trends continue to favour the party

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Party supporters cheer and wave flags at a BJP office in Kolkata as trends continue to favour the party

Celebrations intensify in Balurghat, where BJP workers mark the party’s lead in Dakshin Dinajpur district

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Celebrations intensify in Balurghat, where BJP workers mark the party’s lead in Dakshin Dinajpur district

A BJP supporter blows a conch shell in Balurghat, symbolising victory as the party edges ahead in early results

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A BJP supporter blows a conch shell in Balurghat, symbolising victory as the party edges ahead in early results

BJP workers celebrate outside party offices, expressing confidence in a historic win in Kolkata

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BJP workers celebrate outside party offices, expressing confidence in a historic win in Kolkata

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