District Election Officer Rajouri, Om Prakash Bhagat today presided over a meeting with representatives from various political parties. The objective was to underscore the importance of adhering to the highest ethical standards outlined in the Model Code of Conduct, and other applicable guidelines of ECI in view of the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections, 2024.
The meeting served as a platform to sensitize political parties about the imperative nature of upholding integrity, fairness, and transparency throughout the electoral process. All issues were deliberated upon during the session, encompassing crucial aspects such as complaining as per MCC provisions, obtaining permission for media advertisements, campaign vehicles, initiation of candidate bank accounts a day prior to the nomination period and the other important aspects.
The discussions held during the meeting underscored the collective commitment of all political stakeholders towards fostering an environment characterized by ethical conduct, accountability, and respect for democratic principles. DEO reiterated the pivotal role of political parties in upholding the democratic ethos of the nation and emphasized the need for cooperation and adherence to the guidelines set forth in the Model Code of Conduct of ECI.
He urged all parties to exhibit utmost integrity and responsibility, thereby setting a positive precedence for a free, fair, and peaceful electoral process. The meeting served as a reaffirmation of the collective commitment towards ensuring a democratic electoral process characterized by integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct.
The District Election Officer expressed confidence in the cooperation and adherence of all political parties to the guidelines outlined, thereby fostering conducive environment for the smooth conduct of the Lok Sabha Elections. ADC Rajeev Kumar Khajuria; ACR, Jhangir Khan; Deputy DEO Shakeel Ahmed and DIO, Mohd Nawaz Choudhary besides representatives of political parties attended the meeting.