Local body elections: SEC directs maintenance of law and order as violence continues in some areas
Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha orders officials to bring the situation under control, deploy adequate security at all the nomination filing centres so that candidates can file their papers by 3 p.m. on October 18
State Election Commission directs the maintenance of law and order amid ongoing violence during local body elections. Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha warns of strict action against officials if election candidates are unable to file their nominations due to security breakdowns. Officials instructed to increase security at nomination centers, ensure CCTV coverage, and retain footage for 60 days as mandated by the High Court.
Commissioner Punetha reports tension in areas such as Rayachoti, Pulivendula, Tirupati, Darsi, Rajampet, and Dachepalli. TDP leaders request arrest of Rajampet MP P.V. Midhun Reddy for alleged involvement in vandalism and criminal offenses, while YSRCP seeks action against TDP leaders in various districts for their alleged role in election-related violence.
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