Odisha's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) R.S. Gopalan has ordered the suspension of Smrutimayi Banaja Das, the BDO of Badsahi in Mayurbhanj district. The action follows allegations of gross negligence in election-related duties, including absence from a crucial virtual training for SIR-2026 and failure to organize training for Booth Level Officers (BLOs). She also reportedly ignored a show-cause notice and took unauthorized leave. Based on a report by the Additional District Collector, the CEO directed the Mayurbhanj Collector to suspend her under Odisha Civil Services Rules for violating government conduct codes. https://www.dharitri.com/chief-election-officer-orders-suspension-of-bdo/ #creator program