Nandigram, April 23 -- Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly and BJP candidate from Nandigram and Bhabanipur assembly constituencies, Suvendu Adhikari, on Thursday said that the first phase of elections concluded on a largely peaceful note, crediting the Election Commission, security forces and voter awareness for the high turnout recorded across constituencies.

Speaking on the polling turnout, Adhikari told ANI, "The Election Commission was active, the paramilitary forces were active, and there was awareness among the people. It turned out well; 90% polling has happened here, which is a significant contribution from the voters."

His remarks came as West Bengal and Tamil Nadu witnessed strikingly high voter participation in the o...