The opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Tuesday questioned the recent appointment of senior IPS officer HK Lal as inspector general of Police (Southwestern Range), Koraput, which covers the Nuapada assembly segment, where a bypoll is scheduled for November 11.

In a petition submitted to Odisha Chief Electoral Officer RS Gopalan, the BJD sought the withdrawal of the order, citing that it was issued during the period when the model code of conduct (MCC) is in force.

“We most respectfully urge your good office to revoke the appointment of Lal as IG, Southwestern Range, Koraput, with immediate effect, and to ensure the deployment of impartial and independent officers in all positions connected with the conduct of the by-election in Nuapada Assembly Constituency, so that the electoral process re

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