Re-polling Ordered at 285 Polling Stations in West Bengal

The Election Commission has decided to conduct re-polling on May 21 at the Falta Assembly constituency in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. This decision follows the discovery of serious irregularities and voter intimidation during the April 29 voting process. The commission has instructed authorities to enhance security measures, record the entire process on video, and personally oversee the polling activities.

April 20, Kathmandu – Re-polling will be held at all 285 polling stations in the Falta Assembly seat located in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The Election Commission announced that the re-polling will take place on May 21. This course of action was taken after reports indicated “serious anomalies” during the April 29 voting, which hindered the democratic process.

The Election Commission based its decision on reports from the Chief Electoral Officer, District Election Officer, and election observers, who cited incidents of voter intimidation and unlawful presence at polling stations. Consequently, the commission has ordered re-polling at all 285 polling centers within the Falta constituency from 7 AM to 6 PM.

To prevent further irregularities, the commission has mandated adequate security arrangements, continuous video recording of the election process, and provisions for independent monitoring. Vote counting is scheduled to begin on May 24. The commission also announced the results for the assembly elections held on April 23 and 29 will be declared on May 4.