BJP leader and Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar led a party delegation to the Election Commission of India (ECI) officials today over the law and order situation during elections in West Bengal. The party has alleged that an atmosphere of fear and anarchy is being created in the state. Later, talking to media, Mr Kumar said that such conditions are fostering distrust towards the country’s constitutional institutions. Dr. Kumar said that the delegation approached the poll body to demand that the elections in West Bengal are conducted in a free and fair manner, ensuring that people can exercise their democratic rights without fear. He added that the Election Commission has assured that adequate steps will be taken to ensure peaceful and fair elections in the state.