Balurghat, April 23 -- Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Thursday cast his vote at a polling station in Balurghat during the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, describing the polling process as peaceful and urging citizens to participate in large numbers.

After casting his vote, Majumdar said voting was being conducted smoothly across constituencies. "I have cast my vote this morning. Voting is taking place peacefully. I congratulate the Election Commission for this. I appeal to people to come and vote," he said.

He further appreciated the Election Commission's role in monitoring the electoral process but suggested increased vigilance in certain areas.

"The Election Commission is very vigilant... I feel that the Electi...