Yesterday, in compliance with the Election Commission’s directive, the West Bengal government had given the charge to Sahay for the post of DGP. This decision was based on the fact that Sahay was the senior-most officer of the state cadre.

Vivek Sahay is scheduled to retire on May 31, 2024, which is why Mukherjee has been named as the new DGP. This is in line with the rules of the ECI that inhibit an official, who is scheduled to retire amid the electoral process, from holding the post of a returning officer, District Magistrate, Director General of Police and Chief Secretary.