但反对派则认为高投票率是由于有资格选民的数量减少. BJP claims voter surge in West Bengal disputed by TMC MP.

据报道,在选举中投票率高的原因是选民名单特别密集审查后有资格投票的人数减少. TMC MP Derek O'Brien claims West Bengal's high 92.70% turnout in the first phase of the 2026 elections is due to a lower number of registered voters following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, rather than increased voter enthusiasm. 虽然投票率超过90%,但投票总数低于2021年,这与党的热情激增说法相矛盾. He notes the actual number of votes cast dropped slightly from 2021, arguing this data contradicts BJP narratives of a surge in support.