Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to mohanforkurseong.com, the official campaign website of Mohan Sharma, Independent Candidate for the Kurseong Assembly Constituency, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of every visitor and supporter who interacts with this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights regarding your personal data.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

This website is operated by the campaign team of Mohan Sharma, Independent Candidate for Kurseong Assembly Constituency.

  • Campaign Office: Kurseong, West Bengal, India
  • Contact Email:  info@mohanforkurseong.com
  • Website: mohanforkurseong.com

3. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you fill out the “Get Involved” or volunteer form on our website, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Mobile or WhatsApp number
  • Area or ward of residence
  • Polling station name
  • Preferred volunteer role
  • Relevant experience

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website or source
  • Date and time of visit

This information is collected through standard web analytics tools and does not personally identify you on its own.

3.3 Information from Third-Party Platforms

If you interact with us through social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp), those platforms may share information with us in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control the data practices of third-party platforms.

4. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used solely for campaign-related purposes, including:

  • Contacting you to confirm your volunteer registration
  • Coordinating campaign activities, events, and outreach
  • Sending updates about the Mohan for Kurseong campaign (only if you have opted in)
  • Understanding how visitors use our website so we can improve it
  • Maintaining internal records of campaign supporters and volunteers
  • We do not use your information for any commercial purpose.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Within the campaign team: Your details may be shared with authorised members of the Mohan for Kurseong campaign team who need access to coordinate your volunteer activities.

Service providers: We may use trusted third-party services (such as website hosting, form tools, or communication platforms) that process data on our behalf. These providers are required to handle your data securely and only for the purposes we specify.

Legal requirements: If required by law or a government authority, we may disclose information as necessary to comply with applicable legal obligations.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your personal data is stored securely and accessible only to authorised members of our campaign team. We take reasonable technical and organisational precautions to protect your information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data collected through this website may be stored on servers located in India or through third-party platforms that comply with applicable data protection standards.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes described in this policy — primarily for the duration of the 2026 Kurseong Assembly election campaign and a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping purposes.

After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience and collect basic analytics data.

Types of cookies we may use:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly.
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g., which pages are most visited). This data is aggregated and not personally identifiable.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, social media pages, or news articles. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

11. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of your personal data from our records
  • Withdraw consent to receive campaign communications at any time
  • Object to the processing of your data in certain circumstances
  • To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided in Section 2. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

12. Applicable Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000 and applicable rules thereunder, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, to the extent applicable.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please contact us:

  • Mohan for Kurseong — Campaign Office
  • Darjeeling More, Kurseong, West Bengal, India
  • Email: info@mohanforkurseong.com
  • Website: mohanforkurseong.com

This privacy policy was prepared for the Mohan for Kurseong independent election campaign. It is intended for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting a qualified legal professional to ensure full compliance with all applicable data protection laws