Tuesday, March 24


Kolkata: The Election Commission approved the transfer and posting of returning officers for the upcoming West Bengal assembly polls, including for Bhabanipur, the constituency represented by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, an official said.

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In a letter to the chief electoral officer, the commission on Monday agreed to the state’s proposal for the reshuffle, according to an enclosed list, he said.

“The reshuffle covers several constituencies, including the high-profile Bhabanipur seat, represented by the chief minister,” the official said.

The poll panel has directed the officers to report to their respective constituencies by 5 pm on March 24, he said.

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The move is aimed at ensuring their participation in a training programme scheduled for 11 am on March 25 ahead of the election process.The order, issued by Election Commission Secretary Sujeet Kumar Mishra, is part of preparatory measures for the smooth conduct of the polls.

Elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly will be held on April 23 and 29, with counting scheduled for May 4.



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