West Bengal CEO Dismisses Allegations of Malpractices at Counting Centres
No scope for wrongdoing at counting centres, Bengal CEO says as security forces maintain strict vigil
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West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal has dismissed allegations of potential malpractices at counting centres, made by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He emphasized that strict security measures, including 24/7 CCTV monitoring, ensure integrity during the counting process.
- 01Manoj Agarwal, the Chief Electoral Officer, refuted allegations of wrongdoing at counting centres.
- 02Mamata Banerjee raised concerns about possible malpractices during her visit to the counting centre.
- 03Agarwal highlighted the implementation of round-the-clock CCTV monitoring.
- 04He described the allegations as baseless.
- 05The incident underscores the heightened scrutiny of electoral processes in West Bengal.
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In response to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's allegations of potential malpractices at counting centres, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal firmly stated that there is no room for wrongdoing. During her visit to the counting centre for the Bhabanipur constituency, Banerjee expressed concerns about the integrity of the counting process. However, Agarwal reassured the public that strict security measures are in place, including 24/7 CCTV monitoring of strong rooms, to ensure transparency and fairness. He characterized the allegations as baseless, emphasizing the commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process in West Bengal.
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The assurance from the Chief Electoral Officer aims to bolster public confidence in the electoral process amid allegations of malpractice.
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