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CEC Kumar urges people of J&K to advance democracy

Addressing a press conference here to announce the schedule of Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls, he lauded the voters of Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir for the good turnout
12:21 AM Oct 16, 2024 IST | PTI
cec kumar urges people of j k to advance democracy
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New Delhi, Oct 15: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday said the people of Jammu and Kashmir have built a strong building in the just-held assembly elections on the foundation they had laid in the Lok Sabha elections and it is now over to them to take the democratic journey forward.

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Addressing a press conference here to announce the schedule of Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls, he lauded the voters of Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir for the good turnout.

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He said the voter turnout has helped lay a strong foundation of democracy, and the passion showed by the people of the Union Territory is commendable.

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During the course of his opening remarks, the CEC also referred to the steps taken by the poll authority to ensure money power and drugs do not disturb the level-playing field.

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He said agencies have been asked to work in a cohesive and coordinated manner and share intelligence.

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He said efforts are being made to dry up the inflow of drugs, liquor, cash and freebies. He also indicated taking harsh action against liquor and drug kingpins.

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The CEC said a clampdown has been ordered on cash flowing covertly in vehicles disguised as police vans and ambulances.

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Officials have been directed to check the helicopters of all parties, star campaigners, and leaders.

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