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Rajasthan Civic Body Elections Near as Councillors Remain in Camps Amid Allegations
✍️ indianexpress.com
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 12:36 PM
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As municipal elections approach in Rajasthan, several councillors have taken up residence in campaign camps, while accusations of misconduct surface among candidates.
The schedule for Rajasthan's civic body elections is set to begin within weeks, prompting a flurry of activity among local politicians. Many sitting councillors have moved into temporary camps near their constituencies to coordinate door‑to‑door outreach and voter mobilisation.
Amid the heightened campaign atmosphere, a series of allegations have emerged, ranging from misuse of public resources to claims of vote‑buying. Party officials and election monitors have called for swift investigations, warning that any breach of the Model Code of Conduct could undermine the credibility of the poll.
Election authorities have reiterated that the polling process will be conducted under strict supervision, with security arrangements being bolstered in key urban centres. Voters are expected to cast their ballots in a peaceful environment, provided that the pending complaints are addressed promptly.
Amid the heightened campaign atmosphere, a series of allegations have emerged, ranging from misuse of public resources to claims of vote‑buying. Party officials and election monitors have called for swift investigations, warning that any breach of the Model Code of Conduct could undermine the credibility of the poll.
Election authorities have reiterated that the polling process will be conducted under strict supervision, with security arrangements being bolstered in key urban centres. Voters are expected to cast their ballots in a peaceful environment, provided that the pending complaints are addressed promptly.