Punjab Congress requests three-week delay of panchayat elections on Oct 15, citing irregularities and security concerns.

The Punjab Congress has requested a three-week postponement of the panchayat elections set for October 15, citing irregularities in the nomination process and concerns about vote counting. Led by Partap Singh Bajwa, the delegation alleged wrongful rejection of opposition candidates' nominations and outdated voter lists. They also accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party of potential ballot rigging and called for enhanced security measures, including holograms on ballot papers.

October 14, 2024
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