India, April 4 -- The strong reactions from local activists and residents' groups to the recent transfer of F North ward's assistant commissioner, have led politicians to break their silence on the issue. F north ward comprises areas such as Dadar East, Matunga, Antop Hill and Sion.

The ward officer, Nitin Shukla, who was proactive in demolishing unauthorised constructions, was abruptly transferred within 50 days of taking charge. Angry residents took to the streets, alleging that politicians were behind the transfer.

BJP MLA captain Tamil Selvan openly acknowledged his involvement in the transfer to HT, revealing that he had raised the matter in the assembly and even boycotted the sessions for two days in protest. Selvan said that Shuk...