Kolkata imposes 60 day gathering ban from May 3 ahead of election counting May 4

Counting day looms as police act on specific unrest intel

Kolkata Police have ordered a 60-day ban on large gatherings in the city’s central business district starting May 3. The restriction is set ahead of assembly election vote counting on May 4 and follows intelligence pointing to possible unrest. Officials say the move is meant to reduce risks and keep the election period secure in the busiest areas of the city.