Agencies and courts on June 2, 2026 noted that Tuesday’s reporting placed the item within ongoing policy and market developments. The Union Home Ministry extended deployment of 500 CAPF companies in West Bengal until June 20, 2026.
Subsequent updates explained that the force mix includes 200 CRPF, 150 BSF, and 50 each from CISF, ITBP, and SSB companies. West Bengal had sought continuation of central forces for post-election law-and-order duties.
In addition, forces were being retained mainly to assist state police in sensitive areas after the assembly polls.
Agencies indicated more information would be released on scheduled dates.
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