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West Bengal CEO says Phase 1 voters stepped out without fear and webcasting was foolproof

India
Published on 24 April 2026
West Bengal CEO says Phase 1 voters stepped out without fear and webcasting was foolproof

He claims CAPF-controlled security and 100 percent foolproof webcasting

West Bengal’s first phase of polling ended Thursday, with State Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal saying voters “stepped out to cast their votes without any fear.” Agarwal credited CAPF control of security at polling stations and claimed that webcasting was “100 per cent foolproof,” highlighting tighter monitoring as the campaign moved into the next phase.

  • Manoj Agarwal says Phase 1 voters cast ballots without fear
  • Security at polling stations was reportedly under CAPF control
  • He claims webcasting was 100% foolproof
  • First phase concludes as polling continues for remaining seats
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