New Delhi, April 22: Noting that COVID safety norms were being flouted in West Bengal during campaigning, the Election Commission on Thursday banned road shows 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. PM Narendra Modi To Address Virtual Rallies in Poll-Bound West Bengal Tomorrow.

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

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