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.