Supreme Court Orders Fresh Elections in 50 Punjab Municipal Wards

The Supreme Court of India has issued an order directing the Election Commission to hold fresh elections in 50 municipal wards across Punjab. The directive follows a petition that raised concerns over alleged irregularities and procedural lapses in the last municipal polls. The Court emphasized the need for transparent and fair elections to uphold democratic principles at the local level. The Election Commission is expected to announce dates and logistics for the new polls within the next few weeks. This move underscores the judiciary’s role in safeguarding electoral integrity in the state.