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West Bengal Elections 2026: EC’s Bureaucratic Overhaul Sparks Political Battle Between TMC and BJP

| Mar 17, 2026, 05:58:36 PM | TOI.in

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The Election Commission’s decision to replace West Bengal’s top bureaucrats and police leadership within 24 hours of announcing election dates has triggered a sharp political confrontation. While the TMC raised questions about the sudden action, BJP leaders, including Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar, praised the move, alleging bias in the previous setup. With the EC seeking detailed reports on violence-prone areas and hinting at further changes, the reshuffle has reshaped the political and electoral narrative, setting the stage for a high-voltage contest in the state.

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