In a recent turn of events, the Election Commission of India has taken strict action against three CRPF personnel for neglecting their duties and showing partiality. According to an insider at the Commission, the decision was made late Saturday night and has caused quite a stir. It all started when the central forces were assigned to patrol a specific area in Birbhum district on Saturday.
However, instead of carrying out their duties diligently, the three personnel in question entered the Trinamool Congress office and were seen playing a game of carrom with the party workers present there. This casual and biased behavior did not go unnoticed, and the Commission was quickly informed about the incident. Upon further inquiry, it was discovered that the game of carrom had been going on for almost an hour, causing outrage among the Commission officials.
In light of this, the decision was made to suspend the three personnel and start departmental proceedings against them. This is not the first time the Commission has taken such strict action, as they have previously reprimanded BSF personnel for similar misconduct. Sources reveal that the Commission is determined to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the central forces, especially with the upcoming Assembly elections on the horizon.
The presence of CRPF personnel in a political party's office is seen as a breach of their duties and raises doubts about their impartiality. This, coupled with the swift and stern action taken by the Commission, sends a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated during the election. In the wake of this incident, warnings have been issued to personnel deployed in other parts of the district to avoid any similar acts of indiscretion.
The Election Commission's priority is to ensure that the central forces' image remains untarnished. As the top English daily in Odisha, Orissa POST will continue to keep you updated on this developing story.