Election rallies not allowed in School & College playgrounds: Haryana CEO
21-Sep-2024 08:47 PM 3784
Chandigarh, Sep 21 (Reporter) Haryana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Pankaj Agarwal on Saturday said that permission will not be given to the political parties and candidates by the Election Commission to use school and college playgrounds for election rallies in view of the Assembly polls in the state on October 5. He said that this ban is in accordance with a ruling from the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Agarwal further said that during the election campaign, the voter sentiments will not be exploited on the basis of caste, religion or community. He cited the importance of maintaining high ethical standards throughout the campaign. The CEO said that the citizens of India have the right to freedom of expression under Article 19 (1) (a) of the Constitution, but the objective of the Model Code of Conduct is mentioned under its various provisions and it should be observed strictly. Further, he said that no religious places such as temples, mosques, churches and gurdwaras can be utilized for campaign purposes and speeches. Posters, music, or any other election-related materials will not be permitted in these places. Agarwal said that photographs of defence personnel or events involving them must not be used in advertisements during the campaign. Regarding compliance of the model code of conduct by star campaigners, he said that they should strictly comply with the MCC...////...
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