The 2026 West Bengal elections marked a historic moment in Indian electoral security with the deployment of 2,400 companies of armed personnel, the largest for any Assembly election in independent India. Initiated by a request from the Election Commission of India on March 17, the Ministry of Home Affairs authorized additional forces to ensure a secure polling environment. This mobilization saw contributions from 21 states, with significant numbers coming from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Five Director General-rank officers from various Central Armed Police Forces left their New Delhi headquarters to oversee the situation on the ground, an unprecedented move that underscored the gravity of the election. The operation included the use of nearly 4,000 bulletproof and Quick Response vehicles and was characterized by meticulous planning and coordination, resulting in extremely low levels of poll violence. The deployment was a testament to the collective effort of the entire country standing guard over a single state's election, showcasing the importance placed on maintaining peace and order during this critical democratic process.