Pandian Slams BJP Over EC Action Against IPS Officers

BHUBANESWAR: Terming as “unfortunate” the EC action against two IPS officers working in Odisha CMO for “interfering with polls”, senior BJD leader V K Pandian on Wednesday alleged it was done as per “design of the BJP, which was unable to digest imminent defeat” in elections in the state.

The Election Commission on Tuesday suspended IPS officer DS Kutey and ordered the medical examination another officer, Asish Singh, who has been on medical leave since May 4.

“It is very unfortunate that the ECI has taken action against some of the officers working in the CMO. I would say that those two officers are outstanding officers of Odisha and both of them have played a great role in controlling Naxalism in the state by risking their lives, be it Gajapati or Malkangiri. I think they have been awarded by the highest authorities of the country for their commitment, dedication and sacrifice,” Pandian told reporters at Balasore.