India news: Record turnout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu polls

· DW

West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded the highest-ever voter turnout in state polls after controversial voter roll revision. DW has more.

  • West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 92.25% in phase 1 of state polls
  • Tamil Nadu recorded a historic voter turnout of over 85%
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Here is a roundup of some of the major headlines out of India on Friday, April 24: