Ahead of the 2024 assembly elections, the Election Commission has instructed  Jharkhand government  to transfer out officers posted in their home states as well as those who have served in a particular place for three years. No officer connected directly with the elections will be allowed to continue in the present district of posting if she or he is posted in her or his home district. In a letter addressed to Chief Secretary, the Election Commission said the state government has to submit its report in this regard  by 20th of August.  The state government has also to ensure that officials with political leanings do not interfere with the electoral process and do not disturb the level-playing field.