In the 2021 Assembly polls, Congress contested 25 seats under the DMK-led alliance. Reports suggest the DMK has offered the same number again. The ruling party has also indicated support for one Rajya Sabha seat as part of the arrangement. However, Congress is seeking at least 35 Assembly constituencies this time.

Congress leaders argue that their organisational strength justifies a larger share. The demand has created a deadlock in recent days. DMK leaders believe increasing the quota may upset other alliance partners. Several new parties have joined the front and seek representation.

Uncertainty now surrounds the future of the alliance. Congress may review its position if talks fail, though no official statement has been issued. Political observers are closely watching whether both sides reach a compromise before the deadline.

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The West Bengal government must nominate officers who satisfy ERO eligibility requirements. Only West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) officials at the ranks of sub-divisional magistrates, sub-divisional officers, or rural development officers can serve as EROs. Officials below these ranks had been wrongly appointed in 78 constituencies.

The ECI is reviewing the rank status of all 294 EROs in West Bengal. Authorities will replace officers in other constituencies if they find similar violations. Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal confirmed that voters listed in 2022 remain valid.

Voters not on the 2022 list must provide ECI-approved citizenship documents. Aadhaar cards alone will not suffice. District Magistrates and Additional District Magistrates (elections) will complete the mapping process this week. Afterward, the SIR notification will be issued.

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