Viral Video of Alleged BJP Votes Cast During Mock Poll Disputed

A video circulating on social media purportedly showing votes cast in favor of BJP was clarified by the District Election Officer, stating it was from a mock poll for EVM testing before the second phase of elections. The matter was scrutinized in the presence of observers and candidates. Show-cause notices were issued to polling officials. Despite the clarification, opposition parties, including Trinamool Congress, called for further investigation after the video stirred controversy.