Bhabanipur RO Replaced After Mamata's Complaint; EC Issues 'Impartiality Certificate'

• Bhabanipur's Returning Officer, Surajit Roy, was replaced following a complaint from CM Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress.
• TMC questioned Roy's impartiality, alleging his past association with Shubhendu Adhikari and potential impact on elections.
• Mamata Banerjee publicly raised concerns about the fairness of elections due to such appointments.
• The Election Commission acted promptly, requesting a panel of three new officers from the state government.
• Bhabanipur is a high-profile seat where Mamata Banerjee is contesting, making the RO replacement significant.