Tensions Escalate: Mamata Banerjee Walks Out of EC Meeting

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee walked out of a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the Special Intensive Revision issue, accusing the Election Commission of being biased and favoring the BJP. She led a protest against the perceived arrogance and humiliation by the poll panel.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 02-02-2026 20:03 IST | Created: 02-02-2026 20:03 IST
Tensions Escalate: Mamata Banerjee Walks Out of EC Meeting
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In a dramatic turn of events, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee exited a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, expressing discontent over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Banerjee accused the Election Commission of arrogance and alleged bias towards the ruling BJP.

Accompanied by key party members and families affected by the SIR, Banerjee donned a black shawl in symbolic protest. She voiced her grievances regarding the handling of electoral roll revisions, demanding justice and labeling the Election Commission as an intermediary for the BJP.

Despite arguments raised by TMC representatives, EC officials insisted on adhering to the rule of law, dismissing the claims of bias. The conflict escalated as both parties traded accusations, highlighting tensions amidst the ongoing electoral process.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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