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Bengal Votes Tomorrow: Official Assures Peaceful First Phase Polling

The first phase of West Bengal Assembly elections begins tomorrow with 152 constituencies voting. Returning Officer Aghore Kumar Roy confirms peaceful arrangements with CAPF security and webcasting at all 3,313 polling stations in Asansol Uttar. The state sees a high-voltage contest between Trinamool Congress and BJP, with Congress aiming to make it a triangular fight. Voting hours are from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, with counting scheduled for May 4.

Key Points: Bengal Phase 1 Polling: Peaceful Arrangements in Place

  • First phase covers 152 of 294 Assembly seats
  • CAPF deployed at every polling station
  • Webcasting cameras inside and outside each booth
  • Voting from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm on April 23
  • Counting of votes scheduled for May 4
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Everything is proceeding peacefully, says official as Bengal votes tomorrow

As West Bengal's first phase of Assembly elections begins tomorrow, officials confirm peaceful arrangements with CAPF security and webcasting at all 3,313 polling stations.

"Everything is proceeding peacefully and systematically. - Returning Officer Aghore Kumar Roy"

Asansol, April 22

As the first phase of polling in West Bengal would be held tomorrow, Returning Officer for Asansol Uttar, Aghore Kumar Roy, on Wednesday said that all arrangements have been put in place for smooth and peaceful polling in the constituency.

As per the Election Commission of India (ECI), the first phase covers 152 Assembly constituencies, while the second phase includes 142 seats.

The polling for the 294-member Assembly in West Bengal will be held in two phases. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

Speaking to ANI about the preparations, Roy said that polling parties are being dispatched to their designated polling stations with all necessary materials.

He informed that extensive security measures have been implemented, with Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) deployed at every polling station to ensure free and fair elections.

"This is the 281 Asansol Uttar Assembly constituency. Everything is proceeding peacefully and systematically. Polling parties are collecting materials and moving to their designated polling stations. Each booth will have webcasting cameras inside and outside, with CAPF security deployed at every station. Polling begins at 7:00 am, preceded by a mock poll at 5:30 am. Voting will close at 6:00 pm, but anyone in the queue by then will still be allowed to cast their vote. In Asansol, there are 3,313 polling stations, all equipped with uninterrupted webcasting and full security arrangements", he said.

The state is set to witness a high-voltage contest between the incumbent Trinamool Congress, which is seeking a fourth consecutive term, and the BJP, which is aiming to form the government after a strong showing in the previous elections.

In the 2021 Assembly polls, the Congress could not manage to open its account in the seat tally. After a horrendous performance in the last elections, Congress is aiming to turn the contest between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) into a triangular fight.

- ANI

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Priya S
Let's see if the "peaceful" claim holds true on polling day. Last time there were reports of violence in some booths. 😕 Hope security is tight and everyone gets to vote freely. Bengal deserves better.
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Vikram M
Webcam at every booth is a smart move. Transparency is key for democracy. But I'm skeptical about the Congress making it a triangular fight - they have been struggling in Bengal for years. Will be interesting to see the voter turnout.
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Rohit P
Two-phase polling is a good idea for such a big state. But I hope the administration doesn't get complacent. Violence often happens after voting starts, not before. Let's pray for a peaceful election. 🙏
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Meera T
The Congress trying to make it a triangular fight seems optimistic at best. They couldn't even win a single seat last time. Focus should be on ensuring voters feel safe to choose their representatives without intimidation. That's the real challenge.

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