Will the Bengal DGP Submit the Report to ECI on Mob Attack Today?
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Synopsis
As the deadline looms for the Bengal DGP to submit a crucial report on a mob attack against an ECI-appointed observer, the political landscape heats up. This incident highlights tensions surrounding electoral processes in West Bengal. Will accountability be upheld as we await the DGP's response?
Key Takeaways
- Deadline for report submission by DGP Rajeev Kumar.
- Mob attack on ECI observer highlights security lapses.
- Increased tensions surrounding electoral processes in West Bengal.
- ECI demands accountability for future security arrangements.
- Enhanced security measures for electoral officials implemented.
Kolkata, Jan 6 (NationPress) The timeline for Rajeev Kumar, the Director General of West Bengal Police, to deliver an action report regarding the incident involving the aggressive behavior towards the Election Commission of India’s special observer, has come to an end today. The attack took place in the South 24 Parganas district.
The ECI’s designated special roll observer, C. Murugan, an IAS officer, was at Magrahat in the South 24 Parganas district last month when he faced an alleged mob attack from the ruling Trinamool Congress activists who not only targeted his vehicle but also verbally assaulted him.
The state police have faced criticism for not ensuring proper security arrangements for Murugan, despite prior notification of his visit.
Following the incident, Murugan submitted a comprehensive report to the ECI in New Delhi, leading to the ECI's request for a detailed response from DGP Kumar on January 3.
The deadline for this report is set for 5 p.m. today, raising questions about whether it will reach the ECI on time.
In its communication to the DGP, the ECI emphasized that any future oversights concerning the security of voter list observers will be taken seriously.
Since the initiation of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal last November, there have been multiple instances of electoral officers being harassed, with the ruling Trinamool Congress activists being frequently implicated.
Even Manoj Kumar Agarwal, the Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal, faced disturbances, including unruly protests from a Trinamool Congress-backed association of booth-level officers.
Amidst these events, the Union Home Ministry has decided to enhance security for CEO Agarwal, following recommendations from the ECI.
His security classification has been upgraded to 'Y-category', providing him with protection from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF). Additionally, CAPF personnel will be stationed at the CEO’s office in central Kolkata.
Recently, the ECI has also recommended further CAPF deployment at the CEO's office and upgrading Agarwal's personal security.
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NationPress
11/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What incident triggered the report submission by the Bengal DGP?
It was a mob attack on C. Murugan, an ECI-appointed special observer, during his visit to South 24 Parganas.
What were the major concerns raised in the incident?
The lack of adequate security arrangements by the state police for the electoral observer despite prior notice was a primary concern.
What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal?
The SIR is a process initiated to update and verify the voter list in West Bengal.
How has the ECI responded to the incident?
The ECI has requested a detailed report from the DGP and emphasized that similar security lapses will not be tolerated in the future.
What security measures have been taken for CEO Agarwal?
CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal's security level has been upgraded to 'Y-category', and CAPF personnel will be deployed at his office.
