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IAS sacked from Gujarat Election duty over social media post, doesn’t think it was publicity or stunt

IAS Abhishek Singh is an Uttar Pradesh cadre officer and was appointed General Observer for two assembly constituencies in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad. The constituencies he was to be the Observer of were Bapunagar and Asarwa.

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Indian Administrative Service officer Abhishek Sharma was relieved of his duties for the upcoming Gujarat election after he posted about assuming the responsibility on his social media on Friday. The Election commission of India (ECI) had cited that the IAS was flaunting his assumed role for which he was relieved.

However, IAS Abhishek Singh has posted again on his social media where he wrote and respected the ECI’s decision, but also added his remark on the incident. IAS Singh in his social media post wrote that he accepts the Hon’ble ECI’s decision with humility, however, he added that he believes that there was nothing wrong with this post, for which he got relieved of his election duties.

The IAS also highlighted the picture, which he uploaded and which led to such retribution, had a public servant in a car bought with the public’s money, reporting for public duty, with public officials, communicating it to the public. IAS Singh further remarked that this picture didn’t show elements of publicity or a stunt, quashing ECI’s claims.

IAS Abhishek Singh is an Uttar Pradesh cadre officer and was appointed General Observer for two assembly constituencies in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad. The constituencies he was to be the Observer of were Bapunagar and Asarwa.

IAS Abhishek Singh to his surprise couldn’t carry out his responsibilities as an observer due to ECI taking cognizance of Singh’s social media post and seeking a serious view of the post. The ECI directed Singh to be relieved of his responsibilities as a General observer and further debarred him from any election-related duty till further order.

In Abhishek Singh’s social media post, Singh uploaded 2 photos in one of them, he can be seen posing in front of an official car that has Observor written on it. In the latter one, Singh can be seen posing in front of the car along with armed security officials and smiling. The post led to the dismissal of the IAS from election Duties

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According to reports, IAS Abhishek Singh has been replaced by IAS Krishan Bajpai for taking up the role of observer. As per the Gujarat elections, the state of Gujarat will vote in a 2 phased manner, which will be held on December 1 and 5. The results will be announced on December 8.

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West Bengal BJP government set for oath ceremony as suspense over new CM continues

The BJP is preparing to form its first government in West Bengal after securing a massive Assembly election victory, with the new Chief Minister expected to be chosen during a legislature party meeting in Kolkata.

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The Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to form its first government in West Bengal after its decisive victory in the 2026 Assembly elections. The swearing-in ceremony of the new government is scheduled for May 9 in Kolkata, while suspense continues over the party’s Chief Ministerial choice.

According to reports, the BJP legislature party is expected to meet on Friday in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to elect its leader formally. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and several senior BJP leaders are likely to attend the oath-taking ceremony.

Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari has emerged as the frontrunner for the Chief Minister’s post following the BJP’s strong performance in the elections. Other names reportedly under consideration include Samik Bhattacharya, Sukanta Majumdar and Swapan Dasgupta.

The political developments come a day after Governor RN Ravi dissolved the West Bengal Legislative Assembly and state cabinet following the completion of the Assembly election process. The dissolution order was issued under Article 174(2)(b) of the Constitution after outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declined to submit her resignation despite the Trinamool Congress losing power.

The BJP secured a clear majority in the 294-member Assembly, ending the Trinamool Congress’ 15-year rule in the state. The election outcome marks a major political shift in West Bengal, where the BJP is set to form a government for the first time.

Preparations for the swearing-in ceremony are underway at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, where senior BJP leaders and party supporters are expected to gather for the event.

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West Bengal Governor dissolves Assembly amid political transition 

Governor R N Ravi dissolved the West Bengal Assembly after the 2026 poll results, with the BJP securing a majority in the state elections.

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The West Bengal Legislative Assembly was dissolved following the conclusion of the 2026 Assembly elections, in which the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a clear majority in the state.

Governor R N Ravi issued the order dissolving the Assembly as the state prepared for the transition of power after the election results. According to reports, the BJP won 207 seats in the 294-member Assembly, while the Trinamool Congress secured 80 seats.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioned the election outcome and alleged irregularities in the poll process, claiming the mandate had been “looted”.

The dissolution came as the tenure of the existing Assembly ended on May 7, 2026. The development has sparked political discussions over the formation of the next government in the state.

Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee held a meeting with newly elected Trinamool Congress MLAs in Kolkata and reportedly raised concerns over internal sabotage during the elections.

The BJP is expected to begin the formal process of government formation in West Bengal after its decisive victory in the Assembly polls.

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Eknath Shinde’s helicopter returns to Mumbai mid-flight due to bad weather

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s helicopter was forced to return to Mumbai after the pilot detected approaching storm conditions during a flight to Thane district.

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A helicopter carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was forced to return to Mumbai on Thursday after encountering adverse weather conditions during a flight to Thane district.

According to officials, Shinde had departed from Mahalaxmi Racecourse in south Mumbai around 3.30 pm and was travelling to Murbad in Thane district to attend a wedding function related to a party worker’s family.

The helicopter reportedly reached the Airoli area in Navi Mumbai when the pilot noticed an approaching storm and informed the deputy chief minister about the deteriorating weather conditions. Following the alert, the flight was turned back as a precautionary measure.

The helicopter later landed safely at the Pawan Hans facility in Juhu, Mumbai. Officials said Shinde was accompanied by members of his staff, including personal assistant Prabhakar Kale, special executive officer Balsingh Rajput and media adviser Vinay Patrdukar.

The incident comes amid changing weather conditions and storm activity reported in parts of Maharashtra in recent days.

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