Mumbai Election Vigil: A Fortress of Democracy

Over 28,000 police personnel were deployed in Mumbai for the civic body polls, ensuring law and order. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections saw significant voter turnout with long queues. Preventive measures included a ban on mobile phones and campaign materials near polling centres.

In a concerted effort to uphold law and order, over 28,000 police personnel were mobilized across Mumbai as the city proceeded with its civic body elections on Thursday. Voting for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls began early, ushering in a significant voter turnout.

Lines extended at various polling booths as the electoral process commenced at 7:30 am. Police deployment at polling centres had been strategically arranged to ensure a safe and peaceful election environment. With a force including more than 25,000 constables and 3,000 officers, officials were present to manage the crowds and implement security protocols.

Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti urged citizens to partake in their democratic right by casting votes. To maintain decorum, preventive orders banned mobile phones and electoral materials within a 100-meter radius of polling locations, promising strict action against any violations.

(With inputs from agencies.)