Enhanced Security Measures for 2026 Kerala Assembly Polls in Kozhikode
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: High security measures in place to cover 351 sensitive polling booths in Kozhikode
The Hindu
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In preparation for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, heightened security measures will be implemented at 351 sensitive polling booths in Kozhikode district. Over 1,600 police officers and 1,000 Central Armed Police Force personnel will ensure voter safety and monitor activities through CCTV surveillance.
- 01351 polling booths identified as sensitive in Kozhikode district.
- 021,600 police officers will be deployed for election security.
- 03CCTV cameras will monitor voter entry and exit.
- 04Over 1,000 officers from the Central Armed Police Force will assist.
- 05Ongoing inspections and night patrols are being conducted to maintain peace.
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Ahead of the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, Kozhikode district is ramping up security measures at 351 sensitive polling booths. A comprehensive vulnerability assessment has led to the deployment of 1,600 police officers alongside over 1,000 personnel from the Central Armed Police Force. To ensure a secure voting environment, the entry and exit of voters will be monitored via CCTV cameras. The police have been conducting flash inspections with bomb detection squads in politically sensitive areas for over a month. Additionally, ongoing night patrols and vehicle inspections are part of the strategy to maintain peace during the elections.
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These security measures aim to ensure a safe voting environment for residents of Kozhikode, enhancing voter confidence in the electoral process.
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