Boudh, April 15 -- Teacher of a high school in Odisha's Boudh district was transferred over his alleged involvement in political activity ahead of the twin polls in the state.

The teacher, identified as Govardhan Pradhan, was earlier posted at the Tribal High School in Kantamal constituency and has now been transferred to Mathura Panchayat High School in Boudh constituency.

He has been directed to join there with immediate effect.

After the allegation against him came to fore, the District Collector, who is also the District Election Officer, had on April 13 directed the District Education Officer to take action against the accused teacher.

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