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Election Commission suspends Hingalganj OC amid partisan bias allegations in West Bengal
Politics
Published on 24 April 2026
EC cites alleged partisan nexus and demands instant action
The Election Commission of India has ordered the suspension of Sandip Sarkar, Officer-in-Charge of Hingalganj police station in North 24 Parganas, over allegations of partisan behavior and a suspected nexus with local elements. The EC has initiated disciplinary proceedings, demanded immediate compliance, and proposed filling the vacant post.
- EC orders suspension of Hingalganj OC Sandip Sarkar
- Action follows claims of partisan conduct
- EC cites alleged nexus with local elements
- Disciplinary action and vacancy-filling proposal underway
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