The Election Commission of India has announced that no victory rallies will be permitted after the declaration of results for the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. A senior EC official confirmed this decision, emphasizing the need to maintain law and order during the post-election period.
Restrictions on Celebrations
The official stated that the ban on victory rallies is part of a broader set of guidelines aimed at preventing any untoward incidents. Political parties and candidates have been instructed to refrain from organizing any public gatherings or processions once the results are out. The EC has also directed security forces to remain vigilant and ensure compliance.
Complaints Regarding Counting Centres
In addition to the rally ban, the Election Commission is actively looking into complaints that agents of various political parties were unable to reach counting centres. The official said that the EC has received reports from multiple districts regarding access issues. He assured that the matter is being investigated and that necessary steps would be taken to address these grievances.
The EC has urged all parties to cooperate and maintain peace. The commission is also monitoring the situation closely to ensure a fair and transparent counting process. Further instructions may be issued as needed.
