Lok Sabha MP Rakibul Hussain has once again written to the Election Commission of India, alleging misuse of power and politically motivated decision-making by Devashish Sharma, former Nagaon District Commissioner and District Election Officer.
The MP had previously submitted several complaints regarding various controversial activities and alleged political affiliations during Sharma’s tenure as District Commissioner. More recently, Hussain has also raised questions over certain transfer orders issued during Sharma’s tenure.
In particular, enclosing copies of immediate transfer orders involving several LRAs (Lot Mandal/Revenue officials) from revenue circles including Rupohi and Kaliabor, the MP has demanded an independent, time-bound, high-level inquiry to determine whether the entire process was undertaken for administrative reasons or driven by political interests.
Referring to reports and discussions surrounding the former District Commissioner’s resignation and his alleged move to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), MP Hussain has urged the Commission to thoroughly examine all major administrative and election-related orders and decisions taken during Sharma’s tenure.
In his letter, Hussain has also specifically urged that Sharma should not be relieved from government service until the investigation is completed, and that the roles of the officials concerned should be examined and accountability fixed.
