West Bengal's New Helpline: Ensuring Safe Elections

The West Bengal Lok Bhavan has introduced a 24-hour helpline to address voters' concerns about potential violence during the assembly elections. This initiative encourages safe participation and promises confidentiality for complaints, aiming to protect democratic processes and reassure citizens of their safety.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 21-04-2026 18:32 IST | Created: 21-04-2026 18:32 IST
West Bengal's New Helpline: Ensuring Safe Elections
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West Bengal's Lok Bhavan has taken a proactive measure by launching a 24-hour helpline dedicated to addressing voter concerns about possible election violence.

Following reports of previous electoral violence experienced by citizens, this initiative aims to foster a safer voting environment by offering timely interventions where necessary.

The helpline ensures confidentiality and is part of a broader effort to encourage participation in the 'sacred festival of democracy' on April 23 and 29.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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