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CEC Gyanesh Kumar promises strict action on voter intimidation before Assembly elections
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🗓 12 Sep 2026, 04:36 AM
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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced that authorities will take firm measures to curb voter intimidation as the Assembly polls draw near.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said that the Election Commission will not tolerate any attempts to intimidate voters ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. He emphasized that strict legal action will be taken against individuals or groups found engaging in such practices.
The warning comes amid growing concerns about the influence of coercion and harassment on the electoral process in several states. The Commission highlighted that free and fair voting is essential for the legitimacy of democratic institutions.
Authorities have been instructed to strengthen monitoring mechanisms, coordinate closely with police, and enforce existing provisions that penalise voter intimidation. Any violation will be investigated promptly, and offenders will face appropriate penalties.
The CEC urged political parties, candidates and the public to respect the sanctity of the ballot and to report any suspicious activity to election officials.
The warning comes amid growing concerns about the influence of coercion and harassment on the electoral process in several states. The Commission highlighted that free and fair voting is essential for the legitimacy of democratic institutions.
Authorities have been instructed to strengthen monitoring mechanisms, coordinate closely with police, and enforce existing provisions that penalise voter intimidation. Any violation will be investigated promptly, and offenders will face appropriate penalties.
The CEC urged political parties, candidates and the public to respect the sanctity of the ballot and to report any suspicious activity to election officials.