Election Commission Issues Strict Transfer Directive for Poll-Bound States

• National Election Commission mandates transfer of government employees in election-bound states.
• Officers directly involved in elections cannot serve in their home district to ensure impartiality.
• Rule applies to District Election Officers, Returning Officers, Nodal Officers, and certain police personnel.
• Exemptions exist for those not directly involved in election management or with purely administrative roles.
• States must submit compliance reports by February 28; strict action for non-compliance.