Mamata Banerjee’s urgent visit to the strongroom at Sakhawat Memorial School in Kolkata on May 1, 2026, raises serious concerns about EVM tampering amid the ongoing election counting process. She spent approximately three and a half hours there, alleging widespread manipulation of voting machines.
Banerjee claimed that the central government was involved in this alleged EVM tampering, stating, “The central government is involved in EVM tampering, and we will stop it.” This accusation adds another layer of tension to an already charged political atmosphere as votes are counted for elections across four states and one union territory.
The backdrop of her visit is a contentious election environment, where accusations of bias have been rampant. Banerjee has voiced concerns about the Election Commission’s impartiality, suggesting it favors the BJP candidate over her party. She pointed out that her party agents were arrested in several locations, raising questions about the integrity of the electoral process.
Despite these challenges, Banerjee expressed confidence in her party’s potential victory. “I will fight against this for a lifetime,” she declared passionately, reinforcing her commitment to what she perceives as a battle for fair elections.
As the counting progresses and tensions mount, many are left wondering how these allegations will impact public perception and voter trust. The Election Commission has yet to respond to her claims directly.
