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ECI suspends Bengal police officials; Trinamool cites strongroom breach
The Election Commission of India suspended five police officials at Diamond Harbour and deployed 11 new police observers across West Bengal. The Trinamool Congress alleged a strongroom breach and CCTV non-functioning after the first phase of polling in the state’s assembly elections.
Why It Matters
The developments raise questions about neutrality and security in the electoral process and may influence public perception during a critical phase of the elections.
Timeline
3 Events
Trinamool alleges strongroom breach and CCTV issues
April 25, 2026
The Trinamool Congress leadership alleged a strongroom breach and raised concerns about non-functioning CCTV cameras following the first phase polling in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026.
ECI deploys 11 new police observers across West Bengal
April 25, 2026
The Commission announced the deployment of 11 new police observers across the state to oversee polling duties during the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026.
ECI suspends five police officials at Diamond Harbour
April 25, 2026
The Election Commission of India ordered the immediate suspension of five police officials stationed at Diamond Harbour and directed disciplinary proceedings for alleged serious misconduct and failure to maintain neutrality during West Bengal Legislative Elections 2026.