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IG Nishanthini takes over as Operation Toofan nodal officer
The Kerala government has appointed IG R Nishanthini as the nodal officer for Operation Toofan, replacing IG Putta Vimaladithya who is on leave, the New Indian Express reports. Home department sources said…
The Story in Brief
The Kerala government has appointed IG R Nishanthini as the nodal officer for Operation Toofan, replacing IG Putta Vimaladithya who is on leave, the New Indian Express reports. Home department sources said the charge was temporary due to his absence.
The change comes amid controversy over the arrest of Youth Congress leader Muhammed Hussain on MDMA charges in Kasaragod. The opposition LDF alleged Hussain was the social media coordinator of Congress leader Satheesan, sparking rumours of internal party infighting.
The Indian Opinion
The government's explanation of a routine leave replacement is hard to swallow given the timing. Operation Toofan is politically charged, and the arrest of a Youth Congress leader followed by a sudden change in command raises doubts. Was this a genuine administrative move or damage control? The real test will be whether a charge sheet against Hussain is filed quickly, or if the temporary appointment stretches on.
Source: newindianexpress.com
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