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All five polling stations in Shaheen Bagh put under critical category: Delhi chief electoral officer

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Press Trust of India New Delhi

In view of the ongoing anti-CAA protest at Shaheen Bagh, the Delhi poll body has put all five polling stations in the area under critical category, an official said on Wednesday.

Talking to reporters, Delhi Chief Electoral Officer Ranbir Singh said five polling stations have about 40 booths.

He said security personnel will carry out marches and patrolling in the area to boost confidence of voters.

Hundreds of people, including women and children, have been protesting since December 15 at Shaheen Bagh against the Citizenship (Amendment Act) and the National Register of Citizens.

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First Published: Feb 05 2020 | 2:48 PM IST

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