EC adds 242 more observers to secure Bengal vote counting Monday

Published on 2 May 2026

165 counting and 77 police observers will be added

Ahead of West Bengal’s Assembly vote counting on Monday, the Election Commission has deployed an additional 165 counting observers and 77 police observers. They will strengthen existing teams and help manage law and order around counting centres. The two-phase voting for 294 seats ended April 29, and results are expected on May 4.

EC will add 165 counting observers for Monday’s count
77 police observers are also being deployed
New teams will help manage security outside counting centres
Voting ended April 29 and results are due May 4

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EC adds 242 more observers to secure Bengal vote counting Monday

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