In a major decision aimed at maintaining law and order during the ongoing vote counting, the Election Commission of India has prohibited all victory rallies across West Bengal on Monday. A senior official from the Chief Electoral Officer’s office confirmed that no celebratory gatherings will be permitted following the announcement of results.
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Special observer Subrata Gupta stated that the restriction applies statewide and is being strictly enforced to prevent any untoward incidents. “No rallies celebrating wins of candidates following the announcement of results will be allowed anywhere in the state today,” he told reporters.
Meanwhile, the poll panel is also reviewing complaints from various political parties alleging that their agents were unable to access counting centres. Authorities have assured that these concerns are being examined to ensure transparency and fairness in the counting process.
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The move comes amid heightened political tensions and tight security arrangements across counting venues, as results for the high-stakes assembly elections continue to unfold.
