The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the transfer of 12 police officers from Kolkata Police and West Bengal Police as part of preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, scheduled for April 23, 2026. This election will see more than 3.6 crore electors across 16 districts eligible to vote in the first phase. The ECI's decision aims to ensure a fair electoral process amid ongoing political discussions, including accusations from DMK president M.K. Stalin regarding law-and-order issues in BJP-ruled states. Additionally, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and other party members are set to campaign in Tamil Nadu, with details forthcoming. In a related note, Assam recently recorded a historic voter turnout of 85.96% in its Assembly polls, surpassing previous records.