The EC will issue directions in this regard, the sources aware of the development said.
They said Banerjee was not using a bullet proof or an armoured vehicle despite being a star campaigner and it was a lapse on part of those responsible for her security.
Banerjee fell down and sustained injuries on her left leg and waist. There were allegations that she was pushed by unidentified people while she was campaigning in Nandigram assembly segment on Wednesday evening after filing her nomination from the constituency.
Election to the 294 assembly seats in West Bengal will be held between March 27 and April 29. Votes will be counted on May 2.
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Didi claims attack on her in Nandigram, admitted to hospital with injuries
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Mamata Banerjee with injuries on her legs and forehead, was later brought to Kolkata in a Green Corridor and was admitted to SSKM Hospital
Rattled by Ms Banerjee s complaint, the Election Commission has sought a report about the serious security breach from the district administration. (Photo:PTI)
Kolkata: Hours after filing her nomination in Nandigram, the hot seat of the West Bengal Assembly Election, chief minister Mamata Banerjee, in an explosive claim, alleged that she was attacked by a group of men in a conspiracy in absence of the cops including the East Midnapore superintendent of police in the constituency on Wednesday evening leaving her injured.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday lambasted Trinamool Congress for suggesting that the poll panel has taken over law and order machinery in poll-bound West Bengal.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday responded to Trinamool Congress (TMC) letter over the Nandigram incident in which West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was injured saying, it s unfortunate that it is full of insinuations and averments .