In a big strategic move regarding security amid West Bengal elections, the Election Commission has appointed the famous IPS officer of UP Police, Ajay Pal Sharma, as the Police Observer of South Pargana district. The entry of Ajay Pal Sharma, known as ‘Singham’ and encounter specialist, has come at a time when election violence and fears of influencing voters have made the atmosphere extremely sensitive. In the second phase, voting is to be held in many sensitive areas, especially areas considered to be TMC strongholds, where strict monitoring is required. South Pargana is considered to be the strong political constituency of Mamata Banerjee’s nephew Abhishek Banerjee, hence the appointment of Ajay Pal Sharma is being considered an important step towards ensuring fair and peaceful elections.
