700 central force companies stay in Bengal after polls officials confirm extended deployment plans

Published on 29 April 2026

About 700 units will remain even after voting ends

Central Armed Police Forces will continue operating in West Bengal after polling ends, with around 700 companies remaining to help maintain peace and prevent untoward incidents. The extended presence is intended to ensure normalcy and support state administration, while any further change in deployment duration will depend on ground assessments.

Around 700 central force companies will stay in West Bengal post-polling
Deployment aims to prevent incidents and maintain normalcy
State administration will receive support during the extended presence
Future duration decisions will follow on-ground assessment

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700 central force companies stay in Bengal after polls officials confirm extended deployment plans

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