Kolkata, Oct. 6 -- Voting is underway at a brisk pace in Nandigram and Rejinagar on Tuesday, five months after the West Bengal Assembly elections brought about a change of government in the state, with the two bypolls being closely watched for the political signals they may send.
Polling began at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm, with counting scheduled for October 9.
According to Election Commission figures, turnout after 11 am stood at 43.95 per cent in Nandigram and 38.71 per cent in Rejinagar.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who is a voter in Nandigram, travelled to his polling station in a toto after leaving his convoy behind.
He exchanged pleasantries with people on the way before casting his vote.
After voting, Adhikari said th...