The Election Commission of India (ECI) has declared the April 29, 2026, polling at 15 stations in West Bengal's Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies void, scheduling a fresh vote for May 2.
Key points
- The repolling order follows reports from returning officers and observers regarding irregularities during the second phase of the assembly elections.
- BJP leaders alleged that voters were prevented from selecting their party candidate at several booths in Falta, where buttons were reportedly taped over.
- The ECI has directed general observers for all 294 assembly constituencies to be present at counting centers on May 4 until the process is complete.
- Security measures include the deployment of 200 companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) at counting rooms and a three-stage verification process for entry.
Why it matters
The decision to hold a repoll and the strict oversight of the counting process reflect the ECI's efforts to address allegations of electoral malpractice and ensure the integrity of the high-stakes West Bengal assembly elections.
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