Strict Measures Enforced for Ghatsila Bypoll
As the high-voltage campaigning for the Ghatsila assembly by-election concluded on Sunday, the Jamshedpur district administration has rolled out a comprehensive set of measures to ensure the voting process on November 11 is completely free and fair. The electoral machinery is now fully focused on executing a smooth and incident-free poll day.
Silence Period and Liquor Ban in Force
District Electorate Officer (DEO) Karn Satyarthi confirmed that a strict 48-hour silence period is now in effect across the entire Ghatsila constituency. This means no form of political campaigning is permitted. Furthermore, a complete ban on the sale and consumption of liquor has been imposed from 5 pm on November 9 until 5 pm on November 11 to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
Satyarthi issued a clear directive stating that all party workers, processions, and campaign functionaries who were brought in from outside the constituency must leave. He emphasized that the continued presence of non-voters after the campaign deadline could potentially disrupt the environment necessary for a fair electoral process.
Logistical Arrangements and Major Seizures
To guarantee the hassle-free transportation and security of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), the administration has taken significant steps. The entry and exit of heavy vehicles within Jamshedpur city have been prohibited. This ban will be enforced from 4:30 am to 11:30 pm on both November 10 and 11.
In a significant crackdown during the campaigning period, authorities made substantial seizures. Items worth a staggering Rs 3.30 crore, which included various freebies and other materials, were confiscated. This action underscores the administration's commitment to preventing any undue influence on voters.
For the actual day of voting, a robust workforce has been deployed. More than 1,200 polling personnel have been assigned to manage the electoral process across 300 polling booths set up for the bypoll. All these arrangements have been meticulously planned in strict adherence to the guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India.
