Bengal polls: In another mass transfer, EC shifts 3 joint CPs, 5 DCPs

In an unprecedented move, the Election Commission has transferred 59 Kolkata police officers, including joint commissioners and DCPs, following recent political clashes. This marks the ninth mass transfer, bringing the total to 542 officers since March 16. Key positions in crime, headquarters, and intelligence have seen new appointments, aiming to ensure fair conduct during the general election.

By KAUSHIK PRADHAN, DEBASHISH KONAR, DWAIPAYAN GHOSH