Kolkata Police Shuffle: Officers-In-Charge Reassigned Amid Election Tensions

In a strategic move to ensure electoral fairness, Kolkata Police have reassigned officers-in-charge for the Kalighat and Alipore police stations. The decision coincides with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's contest against BJP's Suvendu Adhikari in the high-profile Bhabanipur assembly elections.

These transfers, outlined by Police Commissioner Ajay Nand, follow orders from the Chief Electoral Officer meant to guarantee neutrality and uphold law and order during the election process. Bhabanipur, a significant battleground area, is set to vote in the second phase on April 29.

Prominent appointments include Special Branch Inspector Goutam Das taking charge of Kalighat police station and Inspector Subrata Pandey at Alipore station. The reshuffle underlines the Election Commission's commitment to maintaining a balanced electoral environment.

(With inputs from agencies.)