In West Bengal, 79.39% voter turnout was recorded in Nandigram and 78.42% in Rejinagar in the bypolls till 5 PM. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari claimed that the BJP could register a record victory in Nandigram. He also expressed confidence about a BJP victory in Rejinagar. The results will be declared on October 9. The Chief Minister claimed that polling was peaceful and free. A total of 97 complaints were received by the Election Commission.