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Amit Shah promises central forces for 7 days after West Bengal polls, even under BJP rule
Politics
Published on 27 April 2026

For the first time, forces stay post results too
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured West Bengal voters that central forces will remain deployed for seven days after the Assembly elections, regardless of who comes to power. Speaking during a roadshow in Behala, he urged people to vote without fear of goons. The Election Commission has already announced extensive security arrangements as the BJP seeks victory in the state.
- Central forces will stay seven days after the polls
- Amit Shah told voters to cast votes without fear of goons
- EC has made extensive security arrangements for the election
- BJP is projecting a win in West Bengal
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