ULB polls in Andhra Pradesh: SEC orders strict implementation of Supreme Court’s directions
The State Election Commissioner of Andhra Pradesh ordered the strict implementation of Supreme Court directions following violent clashes during Urban Local Body nominations. While elections will proceed as scheduled in most areas, voting in 19 civic bodies has been paused due to widespread complaints of intimidation and physical attacks.
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Ensuring free and fair local elections in India is critical for maintaining democratic integrity and local governance stability.
ULB polls in Andhra Pradesh: SEC orders strict implementation of Supreme Court’s directions left State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha, centre, in a video conference with District Collectors and SPs on Wednesday. SEC Secretary A. Mallikarjuna and IGP B. Raja Kumari are seen. Special Arrangament The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/li9sxy/article71608267.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/10215_21_10_2026_20_13_33_1_WHATSAPPIMAGE2026_10_21AT74523PM.JPEG State Election Commissioner State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha (centre) in a video conference with District Collectors and SPs along with SEC Secretary A. Mallikarjuna and IG B.
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