Election Commission directs State government to appoint new Superintendents of Police in four districts, including Kancheepuram, ahead of T.N. Assembly elections.

In a recent directive, authorities have mandated that officers who are being reassigned will not be permitted to serve in any roles related to election duties until after the election concludes.

This measure is likely aimed at ensuring the integrity and impartiality of the electoral process. The decision reflects ongoing efforts to mitigate any potential conflicts of interest and to maintain public confidence in the election system. As elections approach, it is common practice in many jurisdictions to temporarily reassign law enforcement and administrative personnel to prevent undue influence on the voting process.

Additional information on the specific elections affected, the total number of officers reassigned, and any other accompanying measures has yet to be disclosed.