Dhanbad Municipal Corporation Mayor Election: Nomination Scrutiny Concludes
The crucial scrutiny of nomination papers for the prestigious post of Dhanbad Municipal Corporation mayor was meticulously conducted on Thursday, adhering strictly to established election rules and guidelines. This procedural step was implemented to ensure complete transparency and unwavering compliance with electoral norms, as confirmed by senior election officials overseeing the process.
Three Nominations Rejected, Thirty Found Valid
Out of a total of thirty-three candidates who had initially filed their nomination papers for the mayoral position, the scrutiny process resulted in the rejection of three applications. The candidates whose nominations were deemed invalid are Akhileshwar Mahto, Sushil Kumar, and Pushpa Kumari. Consequently, thirty nominations were validated and officially accepted, successfully clearing this mandatory phase and paving the way for the subsequent stages of the electoral journey.
Oversight by Senior Election Authorities
The entire scrutiny operation was executed under the vigilant eyes of key election authorities to maintain integrity. The process was observed by General Observer Robin Toppo and supervised by Returning Officer-cum-Additional Collector Vinod Kumar. They were assisted by Assistant Returning Officers Bal Kishor Mahto and Vishal Kumar Pandey, ensuring that every procedural detail was followed with precision.
Upcoming Electoral Milestones and Key Dates
With the scrutiny phase now complete, the electoral calendar moves forward with several important deadlines:
- Last Date for Withdrawal of Nominations: Friday
- Allocation of Election Symbols: February 7
- Polling Day for Dhanbad Municipal Corporation Elections: February 23
- Vote Counting: Scheduled for February 27
These dates mark critical junctures as Dhanbad prepares to elect its next municipal mayor, with the accepted candidates now gearing up for the competitive campaign period ahead.
