EC approves transfer of returning officers for West Bengal polls

KOLKATA: (Mar 24) The Election Commission on Monday approved the transfer and posting of returning officers for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, including for Bhabanipur, the constituency represented by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, an official said.

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

Officials said the reshuffle covers several constituencies, including the high-profile Bhabanipur seat, represented by the chief minister.