BJP Presses for Limited Phases in West Bengal Elections

A BJP delegation met with the Election Commission to push for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election to be conducted in three or fewer phases. They highlighted security concerns, criticized the state police's use of central forces, and urged for better protection for sensitive polling booths.

A BJP delegation, seeking to streamline the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election process, convened with the Election Commission of India, urging the polls be conducted in no more than three phases.

In a detailed 16-point charter, the delegation expressed concerns over the current security environment, pointing to ineffective use of central forces and criticizing the roles of state police in ensuring voter safety.

Calls for redefined criteria for 'sensitive' polling booths and a requisition for focused route marches were significant elements of their demands, aiming for an unequivocally violence-free electoral process.

(With inputs from agencies.)