EC Approves Polling Booths in West Bengal High-Rises; BJP Hails Move

The BJP hailed the ECI's move to set up polling stations within high-rise residential complexes and large housing societies. (Representational Image)

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News18•10-01-2026, 20:39

EC Approves Polling Booths in West Bengal High-Rises; BJP Hails Move

•The Election Commission of India (ECI) approved polling booths in West Bengal's multi-storey housing complexes for upcoming Assembly elections.
•This decision came despite objections from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).
•West Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal forwarded a list of 69 high-rises, including 10 in Kolkata and 47 in the Kolkata Metropolitan Area.
•BJP's Amit Malviya lauded the move, stating it would ease voting for urban residents, reduce intimidation, and prevent vote rigging.
•The initiative aims to bring the "Festival of Democracy" to voters' doorsteps, ensuring a safe and orderly environment.

Why It Matters: ECI approves high-rise polling booths in West Bengal, drawing praise from BJP and objections from TMC.

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