In Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, polling is complicated by the presence of leopards and elephants, which pose a significant threat to residents. The district has seven Assembly constituencies, many of which have polling booths near forests and tea gardens. Recently, leopard attacks have resulted in two fatalities and injuries to at least 35 people. The fear of wildlife has made it risky for locals to access polling stations, especially in areas like Kherkata and Khattimari, where polling booths have been attacked by elephants multiple times. To address these challenges, the Election Commission is implementing multi-layered security measures, including the deployment of central forces and joint patrols by forest officials, police, and security personnel. Awareness campaigns are also being conducted to educate residents on safe movement during polling. As the situation unfolds, local residents are calling for enhanced safety measures to ensure they can vote without fear.