In a concerning incident during a road show in Uchana, unidentified individuals attacked former Deputy Chief Minister and Jannayak Janta Party (JJP) Chief Dushyant Chautala‘s convoy on Monday night. This event occurred during a campaign for the JJP-Azad Samaj Party (ASP) alliance ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.
Specifically, the attackers threw stones at Chautala’s vehicle. In response, police promptly registered a case and launched an investigation. Consequently, this attack underscores the growing tensions as Haryana approaches its 15th legislative assembly elections.
As campaigning intensifies, candidates must conclude all election activities by October 3 at 6 p.m., according to the Election Commission. After this deadline, political parties and candidates cannot hold public meetings or rallies.
Moreover, only a candidate’s election agent may remain in the constituency. Other party workers, leaders, and campaigners who do not vote in that area will not be allowed.
Voters in all 90 Assembly constituencies in Haryana will cast their ballots on October 5, from 7 AM to 6 PM. In this context, Haryana Chief Electoral Officer Pankaj Agarwal reminded everyone that, per Section 126 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, candidates must stop all campaigning during the 48 hours leading up to voting.
During this critical period, candidates cannot organize or participate in public meetings. Furthermore, they also cannot display any election-related materials through media such as television or cinema.
Additionally, candidates must refrain from using music concerts, theater programs, or other entertainment forms to attract the public. They also cannot use loudspeakers during this time.
Agarwal stated that candidates and political parties must avoid campaigning within a 200-meter radius of polling booths. Those who violate Section 126 (1) may face serious consequences, including imprisonment for up to two years, fines, or both.
As the election date approaches, all stakeholders must follow these guidelines. Ultimately, adhering to the rules will help ensure a fair and peaceful electoral process in Haryana.
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