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Central forces to stay in West Bengal for seven more days after polls, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said central forces would remain deployed in West Bengal for at least seven more days after the assembly elections. The first phase was held on April 23, with the second phase scheduled for April 29 and counting set for May 4.
Why It Matters
The statement indicates security arrangements around the election and may influence political dynamics in West Bengal during the remaining voting and post-poll period.
Timeline
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Votes to be counted on May 4
April 27, 2026
Votes will be counted on May 4, 2026.
Second phase voting scheduled for West Bengal (Phase 2) on April 29
April 27, 2026
Second phase voting for the West Bengal Assembly is scheduled for April 29, 2026.
Amit Shah: central forces to stay in West Bengal for seven more days after polls
April 27, 2026
Amit Shah, addressing a gathering after a road show in Behala, said central forces would remain deployed in West Bengal for at least seven more days after the assembly elections.
First phase voting for West Bengal Assembly (Phase 1) held
April 23, 2026
The first phase of voting for the 294-member West Bengal Assembly was held.