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EC bans roadshows, vehicle rallies in West Bengal

Tribune Web Desk

Updated At : 02:30 AM Apr 23, 2021 IST

New Delhi, April 22

Noting that COVID safety norms were being flouted in West Bengal during campaigning, the Election Commission on Thursday banned roadshows and vehicle rallies in the state with immediate effect and said no public meeting having more than 500 people would be allowed.

The order said the commission has noted “with anguish” that many political parties and candidates are still not adhering to the prescribed safety norms during the public gatherings.

The orders will come into force from 7 pm on Thursday. PTI

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