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700 Paramilitary Companies Deployed To Prevent Bengal Post-Poll Violence
The Election Commission retains 700 CAPF units for counting day security in West Bengal and plans real-time monitoring and QR-based ID checks. The timeline also notes the 2021 violence documented by NHRC and post-exit-poll tensions including a protest at Netaji Indoor Stadium.
Why It Matters
The timeline highlights security preparations for post-poll violence in West Bengal and reflects past violence concerns that inform current arrangements.
Timeline
7 Events
EC warning against incitement to violence
April 30, 2026
The poll body warned that strict action will be taken against those found involved in inciting violence.
QR code-based photo ID to control access to counting centres
April 30, 2026
QR code-based photo ID cards will ensure only authorised personnel are allowed inside counting centres.
EC to monitor counting in real time from headquarters
April 30, 2026
Officials at the Election Commission headquarters will conduct real-time monitoring of the counting exercise through control rooms.
Election Commission retains 700 CAPF companies for counting day security
April 30, 2026
The Election Commission has retained 700 CAPF companies, deployed across the state for polling, to secure counting centres along with local police.
Trinamool protest at Netaji Indoor Stadium over ballot-box concerns
April 30, 2026
A day after the exit polls suggested BJP ahead, Trinamool Congress leaders held a protest in Kolkata's Netaji Indoor Stadium, alleging attempts to open ballot boxes in the absence of party representatives. The BJP dismissed the allegation.
Exit polls indicate BJP edge ahead of post-poll phase
April 29, 2026
Exit polls gave an edge to the BJP, setting the context for post-poll developments described in the article.
NHRC findings on 2021 Bengal Assembly violence
2021
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) probe into the 2021 Bengal Assembly elections documented 1,900 incidents of violence, including 29 murders, 12 cases of sexual assault, 391 grievous hurt, 940 arson and vandalism, and 562 intimidation. Of 9,304 accused, only 1,345 were arrested.