West Bengal Awaits Violence-Free Elections: Election Commission's Assurance

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar ensures a violence-free environment for the upcoming West Bengal assembly elections. Despite protests, preparations are underway for peaceful voting across 294 seats. The Election Commission reviewed security measures and engaged with new voters as tensions with Trinamool Congress continue over voter list revisions.

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar made a strong appeal to the people of West Bengal to participate actively in the forthcoming assembly elections, pledging a violence-free atmosphere. Kumar emphasized that the elections, to cover 294 seats, will be conducted without violence or pressure, urging citizens to partake in the democratic process.

During a press conference, Kumar highlighted that thorough preparations had been conducted by the Election Commission. For the last two days, election officials have been in West Bengal assessing readiness. They engaged with booth-level officers and symbolically issued EPIC cards to new voters, ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place.

While in West Bengal, Kumar also visited the Dakshineshwar Kali temple and reiterated the commitment to holding peaceful elections. However, the visit was met with protests from Trinamool Congress supporters, who displayed black flags in continuing dissatisfaction over voter list revisions. Despite tensions, the Election Commission remains focused on a fair electoral process.

(With inputs from agencies.)