Kaliyachak Incident: EC Warns of Section 311 for Inaction, Rejects CM's Claims

• Election Commission warns of strict action under Section 311 if Kaliyachak-like incidents recur, rejecting CM Mamata Banerjee's claims.
• CM Mamata Banerjee had stated the EC was responsible for the Kaliyachak incident as police and administration are under its control.
• EC countered that local officials needed swift action, believing police were inactive due to habit despite large protests.
• Section 311 allows for direct dismissal or compulsory waiting for proven dereliction of duty by government officials.
• 18 people, including an ISF candidate, arrested in connection with the Kaliyachak incident; DGP instructed to arrest all accused.