Election Commission Implements Strict Measures to Ensure Fair Voting in West Bengal
EC Draws ‘Lakshman Rekha’ Around Booths, Orders FIRs For Fake Voting In Bengal
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The Election Commission of India has introduced stringent measures in West Bengal, including a 100-metre 'Lakshman Rekha' around polling booths and criminal action against fake voting. Offenders could face up to six months in jail, while enhanced security and surveillance aim to prevent intimidation and ensure free elections.
- 01A 100-metre boundary will restrict access to polling booths, allowing only authorized personnel.
- 02First-time criminal penalties for fake voting could lead to six months of imprisonment.
- 03Repolling can now be triggered by intimidation, not just violence.
- 04Sensitive booths will be monitored with CCTV cameras for enhanced security.
- 05Preventive custody may be used for identified troublemakers to ensure election integrity.
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The Election Commission of India has announced a series of stringent measures to ensure fair voting in West Bengal. A 100-metre 'Lakshman Rekha' will be established around polling booths, restricting access to authorized personnel only. For the first time, individuals engaging in fake voting will face criminal charges, with potential imprisonment of up to six months. The Commission has also revised its repolling rules, allowing for repolls in cases of intimidation, not just violence. Enhanced security measures include the deployment of 2,407 companies of paramilitary forces and the installation of CCTV cameras at sensitive booths for better monitoring. Additionally, individuals identified as potential troublemakers may be taken into preventive custody to maintain order during the elections. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the commitment to conducting elections that are free from fear, violence, and intimidation, ensuring that every voter can exercise their rights without coercion.
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These measures are designed to create a safer voting environment, reducing the risk of intimidation and ensuring that voters can cast their ballots freely.
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