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What does the massive turnout of 92% in the West Bengal Election 2026 Phase 1 mean? How many seats the BJP and the TMC may win out of 152, for which the voting was held? Explained here.

NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday issued a strong statement aimed at taking on the BJP beyond Bengal, even setting her s.

Amit Shah's quick Instagram reply saying "Reaching in 10 mins" to a supporter has gone viral. Scroll down to watch it.

In a statement, the party said Shah and the BJP were "playing the 'women's safety' card in a state that has been declared the safest for four consecutive years by Shah's own Home Ministry."

Following Phase 1 of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the BJP has projected a strong performance, with Amit Shah claiming the party could win over 110 seats out of 152 in the early phases.The party's confidence is based on multiple factors, including a record turnout of around 92%+, expected gains in regions like North Bengal and Junglemahal, reported return of migrant voters, extensive CAPF deployment ensuring tighter security, and a campaign focused on corruption and governance issues.This explainer breaks down the five key reasons behind BJP's post-Phase 1 optimism and what it could mean for the broader electoral battle in West Bengal.

Earlier, asserting that people voted with enthusiasm for a change in the first phase of the West Bengal polls, Amit Shah said 'Anga, Banga and Kalinga', the ancient kingdoms that ruled present-day eastern India, will have BJP governments next month.

NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Friday launched a sharp attack on Mamata Banerjee and her government after a heavy voter turnout in the fi.

Speaking of operating a double-engine government in state in the near future, Shah exuded confidence that the BJP will win 110 out of 152 seats.

The ruling TMC and challenger BJP interpreted this record turnout in opposing ways, each announcing a mandate in its favour and the beginning of the end of the other.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the Bharatiya Janata Party will form governments in Anga, Banga, and Kalinga after May 5. He noted enthusiastic voter turnout in Bengal's first phase, indicating a desire for change. Shah asserted the BJP will secure an absolute majority in Bengal, promising women's safety and an end to corruption.