Suspended Bengal Inspector Posted to CM’s Office After Rifle Photo Controversy

Brief By Twitter X / 6:13 PM on 27 May 2026

Kolkata Police Inspector Goutam Das, suspended earlier over a social media post showing him holding a rifle in uniform, has been appointed to the Chief Minister’s Office on deputation. The controversy erupted after objections to his post captioned “Ready for new assignment,” drawing political attention and disciplinary action.