West Bengal Chief Secretary Issues Directive to Protect Official Records Amid TMC Election Loss
'No important files to be removed or damaged’: Top official as TMC loses Bengal
Hindustan Times
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Following significant electoral losses for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, Chief Secretary Dushyant Nariala has mandated all departmental heads to ensure the protection of official records. The directive emphasizes that no important documents should be removed or damaged as the BJP is set to form the government.
- 01West Bengal Chief Secretary Dushyant Nariala issued a directive to safeguard official records.
- 02The directive follows the TMC's significant loss in the 2026 Assembly Elections.
- 03The BJP has won 208 seats, while the TMC secured only 59.
- 04The order prohibits unauthorized copying or removal of important documents.
- 05Personal responsibility for compliance is assigned to departmental heads.
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In light of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) suffering a significant defeat in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, Chief Secretary Dushyant Nariala has instructed all Departmental Secretaries and Heads of Offices to protect official records. The BJP has achieved a remarkable victory, winning 208 seats, while the TMC has only 59 seats. The directive explicitly states that no important documents should be removed or damaged, and unauthorized copying or scanning is strictly prohibited. Responsibility for adherence to this order has been assigned to departmental heads. This directive was sent to various officials, including police and district magistrates, highlighting the seriousness of maintaining the integrity of official records during this transition period. The elections, conducted in two phases on April 23 and April 29, were marked by a direct contest between the TMC, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and the BJP, which is aiming to establish its first government in West Bengal.
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This directive aims to ensure that official records remain intact during the transition of power, which is crucial for the incoming government to function effectively.
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