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SSB DG Sanjay Singhal Reviews Election Preparedness for West Bengal Phase 2

SSB Director General Sanjay Singhal chaired a high-level review meeting in Howrah to assess election preparedness for West Bengal's second phase polling on April 29. The meeting included district force coordinators, CAPF personnel, and frontier officers. Singhal stressed operational readiness and a zero-tolerance approach to electoral malpractices, urging personnel to ensure a free and fair election. West Bengal recorded a 93.2% voter turnout in the first phase, with results to be declared on May 4.

Key Points: SSB DG Sanjay Singhal Assesses West Bengal Phase 2 Poll Readiness

  • SSB DG chairs high-level review meeting in Howrah
  • Meeting attended by CAPF, IG, and DIG officials
  • Zero-tolerance approach stressed for electoral malpractices
  • West Bengal Phase 2 polling on April 29 across 142 constituencies
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SSB DG chairs high-level review meeting, assesses election preparedness ahead of West Bengal Phase 2 polling

SSB Director General Sanjay Singhal chairs high-level review meeting in Howrah ahead of West Bengal Phase 2 polling on April 29, stressing zero tolerance for malpractices.

"He stressed operational readiness and reaffirmed a strict zero tolerance approach towards electoral malpractices. - SSB official statement"

Howrah, April 28

Ahead of the second phase polling in West Bengal on April 29, the Sashastra Seema Bal Director General, Sanjay Singhal, chaired a high-level review meeting in Howrah to assess election preparedness.

According to an official statement by the SSB, the meeting was attended by district force coordinators, commandants, company commanders, personnel of Central Armed Police Forces, along with IG Frontier Siliguri and DIG-cum-Nodal Officer SSB.

"Director General of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) Sanjay Singhal reviews election preparedness for West Bengal Phase 2 at Howrah. He chaired a high-level review meeting ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections scheduled on April 29. The meeting was attended by district force coordinators, commandants, company commanders, and personnel of Central Armed Police Forces, along with IG, Frontier Siliguri and DIG and Nodal Officer SSB," SSB said in a statement.

During the meeting, the SSB DG stressed operational readiness and reaffirmed a strict zero-tolerance approach towards electoral malpractices. He also directed all personnel to ensure a fear-free environment for free, fair and peaceful elections, upholding impartiality, discipline, alertness and strict adherence to ECI guidelines.

"He stressed operational readiness and reaffirmed a strict zero tolerance approach towards electoral malpractices. He directed all personnel to ensure a fear-free environment for free, fair and peaceful elections, upholding impartiality, discipline, alertness and strict adherence to ECI guidelines. He urged all personnel to maintain the highest standards of service in the conduct of election duties," the statement added.

West Bengal is set to go to polls across 142 constituencies in the second phase on April 29, after campaigning concluded on Monday.

The state recorded a voter turnout of 93.2 per cent in the first phase of polling, a record-breaking figure that has led both the TMC and BJP to claim electoral advantage.

The high turnout figures underline an active electoral exercise as polling drew to a close amid tight security arrangements across constituencies.

The results will be declared on May 4, along with Assam, Keralam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a Bengali, I can say this is much needed. The first phase saw some incidents of intimidation. Let's hope the DG's instructions reach the booth level officers. Free and fair elections are the backbone of democracy. Also, 93% turnout shows people want change!
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Vikram M
Let's see if this translates into actual change. We've heard these promises before - zero tolerance, fear-free environment. But ground reality in Bengal is different. The bureaucracy needs to be truly impartial. Let the people decide without any pressure, that's all we ask. 🗳️
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Michael C
Interesting to see the security preparations. I'm following this from the US, and Bengal's election dynamics are fascinating. The 93% turnout is remarkable by global standards. Hope the SSB maintains professionalism and ensures a peaceful process. The world is watching! 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
Ek baat toh clear hai - SSB DG sahab ne sahi kaha. Fear-free environment is essential. But my concern is about the massive voter turnout numbers - are they genuine? In some areas, there are reports of bogus voting. Need strong vigilance. Central forces should be deployed properly.
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Kavya N
Finally some serious action! As a woman voter in West Bengal, I want to feel safe going to the polling booth. The SSB should ensure no goons create trouble near booths. Also, why is there always such a fuss only during elections? We need permanent solutions for law and order. 😊

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