West Bengal Politics & Governance

Supreme Court reviews West Bengal voter-roll adjudications

1 April 2026

The Supreme Court reviewed West Bengal’s voter-roll adjudications under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The Calcutta High Court Chief Justice told the Court that completion of pending objections was expected by 7 April. The Court said removal from the roll did not permanently extinguish voting rights and stressed that appeals should be considered.

The Court said decisions on applications should record reasons and directed that tribunals address disputes over inclusion or exclusion. It scheduled a further hearing for 6 April.

Key Facts

• The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a process for reorganising electoral voter rolls.

Seven judicial officers held during Malda voter-roll protest

1 April 2026

Seven judicial officers verifying voter documents were held inside the Kaliachak-II block office in Malda during protests over names removed from the electoral roll. Police released them after midnight; three of the officers were women.

The Election Commission sought a report from the state police chief, while district officials were directed to respond to the incident.

Key Facts

• The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections.

Gati Shakti cargo terminal opens at Sargachhi in Murshidabad

1 April 2026

The Sealdah division’s first Gati Shakti multi-modal cargo terminal opened at Sargachhi railway station in Murshidabad. Managed by LEAP Agri Logistics, it is intended to handle foodgrain, including wheat consignments for the Food Corporation of India; its stated capacity is two to three rakes monthly, with about 2,500 tonnes per rake.

Key Facts

• Gati Shakti integrates government departments on a digital platform for holistic, coordinated infrastructure planning.

NRS Medical College closes 12-bed CCU after ceiling collapse

1 April 2026

A section of the ceiling collapsed in the 12-bed medicine department CCU at NRS Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, prompting the transfer of patients and closure of the unit. A temporary five-bed CCU opened in another building to continue care; the original unit is to remain closed until the Public Works Department completes repairs.

Supreme Court orders security measures after Malda incident

2 April 2026

After seven judicial officers were held during a voter-roll protest in Malda, the Supreme Court directed security arrangements for officers conducting adjudications and their families. It also ordered measures to limit gatherings at appeal proceedings and sought explanations and reports from senior state officials.

The Court permitted the Election Commission to seek an impartial investigation by a central agency and required an initial report to be submitted to it. Separately, the Commission sought reports from state and district authorities.

Key Facts

• The National Investigation Agency is a central investigative agency focused on counterterrorism and national-security offences.

Calcutta Medical College starts home peritoneal dialysis initiative

2 April 2026

Calcutta Medical College has started a home peritoneal dialysis initiative for kidney patients. The hospital is training family members for 14 days and providing necessary equipment free of charge, while catheter insertion is performed at the hospital under medical supervision; a wider statewide rollout is a future plan.

Key Facts

• Peritoneal dialysis uses the abdominal lining to exchange fluid and dissolved substances with the blood.

West Bengal opens online and offline voter-roll appeals

3 April 2026

West Bengal’s voter-roll appeal process began operating through online and offline channels. Applicants can appeal through the Election Commission’s voter.eci.gov.in portal or submit applications at the relevant District Magistrate’s or Sub-Divisional Officer’s office; an EPIC number is required.

The arrangements cover appeals concerning inclusion in or deletion from the roll. Separately, the Chief Electoral Officer requested staff and infrastructure to support tribunal work.

Key Facts

• The Election Commission prepares and periodically updates electoral rolls, and issues voter identification cards to eligible voters.

Election Commission approves additional polling stations in West Bengal

4 April 2026

The Election Commission approved 4,660 additional polling stations in West Bengal, including for areas with more than 1,200 voters. It also approved relocating 321 polling-station locations, bringing the reported total to 85,379. The measures were intended to improve voter convenience; the approvals do not mean that construction or relocation was complete.

Key Facts

• The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections.

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