Omar Abdullah Criticizes EC's Attempt to Impact West Bengal Elections

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the Election Commission's alleged gerrymandering in West Bengal elections, expressing confidence in Trinamool Congress's win. Despite large-scale officer transfers, Abdullah believes political leaders, not officials, decide elections. The Election Commission announced polls for April 23 and April 29 with results on May 4.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah voiced skepticism over the Election Commission's alleged gerrymandering attempts in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, asserting faith in the Trinamool Congress's victory.

Abdullah criticized the large-scale transfers ordered by the Election Commission, interpreting them as measures unique to non-BJP ruled states. He emphasized that electoral victories are determined by the political leaders, not by the administrative officials.

The Election Commission has scheduled the West Bengal Assembly elections for two phases on April 23 and 29, with the vote counting set for May 4. The Commission ordered the reshuffling of several senior officers, including the transfer of the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, and other key positions.

(With inputs from agencies.)