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Bengal: Central forces’ heads discuss security ahead of 2nd phase of polling
Ahead of the second and final phase of West Bengal assembly elections, the heads of CAPFs met by video conference to discuss security arrangements. Over 250,000 personnel were deployed across the state, with Operation Night Dominance launched to bolster safety; the first phase voting occurred on April 24 with 152 of 294 constituencies voting largely peacefully.
Why It Matters
The meeting signals a heightened security push to ensure a peaceful, fair vote as the election proceeds to its final phase, aiming to reassure voters and deter violence.
Timeline
5 Events
DGs monitor arrangements; flag marches, booth reconnaissance and patrolling
April 26, 2026
DGs are visiting the state to monitor security arrangements as CAPF teams conduct flag marches, booth reconnaissance, and patrolling across constituencies.
Operation Night Dominance launched for second phase
April 26, 2026
The West Bengal Sector announced 'Operation Night Dominance' to increase night patrolling, area domination, and continuous surveillance in sensitive areas to maintain security and build voter confidence.
CAPF DGs join video conference to discuss security
April 26, 2026
Directors General of the Central Armed Police Forces joined a video conference with officials and personnel deployed across West Bengal to discuss security ahead of the second phase.
Deployment of over 250,000 CAPF personnel ahead of second phase
April 26, 2026
More than 250,000 personnel from CAPFs, including CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB, were deployed across West Bengal for the polls.
First phase polling completed in West Bengal
April 24, 2026
In the first phase of polling, 152 of 294 constituencies in West Bengal went to the polls on Thursday, with voting described as largely peaceful.