West Bengal Election Commission Enforces Zero Tolerance on Post-Poll Violence

In light of post-poll violence reports after the second phase of West Bengal elections, Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal mandated a 'zero tolerance' stance on Thursday, urging immediate action against offenders, as per election commission sources.

Agarwal addressed the directive in a virtual meeting with senior administrative officials, underscoring the need for increased vigilance. He instructed that individuals causing disturbances should be apprehended without delay.

The Commission remains vigilant with continued deployment of central forces to ensure security and prevention of unrest, even after polling phases. The CEO emphasized safeguarding security concerns during vote counting and the period that follows.

(With inputs from agencies.)