Election Commission Prepares for Second Phase of West Bengal Assembly Polls in Kolkata
EC to hold coordination meeting in Kolkata ahead of second phase of Bengal polls
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A high-level coordination meeting will be held in Kolkata on April 26 to review preparations for the second phase of the West Bengal assembly elections, scheduled for April 29. The meeting will involve poll officials, police, and central forces to ensure smooth polling operations.
- 01Coordination meeting set for April 26 in Kolkata ahead of elections.
- 02Focus on deployment of forces and communication between agencies.
- 03First phase saw a turnout of over 93% on April 23.
- 04Meeting includes key officials from police and election departments.
- 05Efforts aim to ensure free and fair elections in West Bengal.
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A coordination meeting is scheduled for April 26 at the Dhana Dhanya Auditorium in Kolkata, ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal assembly elections on April 29. This high-level meeting will involve poll officials, police officers, and commanders of central forces from three election districts: Kolkata Uttar, Kolkata Dakshin, and South 24 Parganas. The primary aim is to review the overall preparedness for the elections and ensure effective coordination among all involved agencies. Key attendees will include the Commissioner of Kolkata Police, district election officers, and observers from the Election Commission. The meeting will focus on the deployment of forces, vulnerability mapping, and communication strategies between civil and police administration. This review is crucial as the first phase of polling, which took place on April 23, recorded a remarkable turnout of over 93% across 152 assembly constituencies in 16 districts of West Bengal. The Election Commission is conducting similar meetings throughout the state to facilitate free, fair, and peaceful elections.
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The coordination meeting aims to ensure a smooth and secure polling process, which is crucial for maintaining public trust in the electoral system.
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