Election Commission Takes Action Amid Rising Tensions in West Bengal Ahead of Assembly Elections
Assembly elections LIVE: EC publishes 8th supplementary list in West Bengal, 52 lakh cases disposed of
The Hindu
Image: The Hindu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a roadshow in Puducherry on April 3, 2026, to support NDA candidates. In West Bengal, the Election Commission has transferred a probe into a recent incident involving judicial officers to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following a Supreme Court directive, as tensions rise just weeks before the elections.
- 01Prime Minister Modi's roadshow in Puducherry aims to boost NDA support.
- 02The Election Commission is investigating a serious incident involving judicial officers in West Bengal.
- 03The Supreme Court has intervened in the Malda incident, escalating political tensions.
- 04Elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu are scheduled for early April 2026.
- 05Counting for all elections will occur on May 4, 2026.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive in Puducherry on April 3, 2026, to conduct a roadshow aimed at rallying support for National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidates ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. In West Bengal, the Election Commission has handed over the investigation into a concerning incident involving judicial officers in Malda's Kaliachak to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) following a directive from the Supreme Court. This incident has intensified political confrontations in the region, leading to widespread agitation against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry are set for April 9, 2026, while Tamil Nadu will vote on April 23, 2026. West Bengal's first phase of elections will occur on April 23, 2026, with the second phase on April 29, 2026. All counting will take place on May 4, 2026.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The investigation into the Malda incident and the upcoming elections could significantly affect voter sentiment and political dynamics in West Bengal.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you think the Election Commission's actions will ensure fair elections in West Bengal?
Connecting to poll...
More about Election Commission of India

ECI Announces Paid Holiday for Employees on Poll Days for 2026 Elections
Mathrubhumi English • Apr 3, 2026
Election Commission Mandates Paid Leave for All Workers on Polling Days
The Economic Times • Apr 3, 2026

Mastermind of Judicial Officers Hostage Crisis in West Bengal Arrested
Hindustan Times • Apr 3, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.




)