Only against forced unanimous elections, says Ramesh Kumar
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Andhra Pradesh State Election Commissioner N. Ramesh Kumar has mentioned that the fee would hold a watch on the unanimous native physique polls intently within the wake of many complaints from the opposition events and different organisations.
“The SEC was forced to move the court as the Andhra Pradesh government tried to interfere in discharging responsibilities of the commission,” Mr. Ramesh Kumar instructed the media right here on Monday.
Mr. Ramesh Kumar, who visited Srikakulam district to evaluation the preparedness for the native physique polls, interacted with Collector J. Nivas and Superintendent of Police Amit Bardar and mentioned the bottom stage state of affairs. He directed them to not depart any scope for violence and rigidity in villages and guarantee a free and honest election.
‘Transparency is top priority’
“The SEC is according a top priority to transparency in the election process. We are not against unanimous elections, but it should not be held forcibly. Nearly 20 % of the unanimous elections led to criticism and complaints from various political parties. The SEC will accept complaints, suggestions and other issues through a specially designed cellphone application from Wednesday onwards,” mentioned Mr. Ramesh Kumar.
Referring to the rift between the SEC and the State authorities, Mr. Ramesh Kumar mentioned the Constitution and numerous Acts have empowered the SEC to conduct the elections in a free and honest method.
“We don’t want any confrontation with the government. Our aim is to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections. We will keep a watch on unanimous elections. If they are done forcibly, we will review them,” he added.
Mr. Ramesh Kumar complimented the Collector and the SP for making preparations for the elections in accordance to the principles. He recalled his affiliation with Srikakulam district the place he had labored because the Collector for 9 months.
Earlier, Mr. Nivas gave an influence level presentation concerning the elections and the delicate areas.
Mr. Bardar mentioned particular groups have been fashioned to make sure a free and honest election. “ The police deployed in all the 38 mandals are alert. No untoward incident have been reported so far,” he added.
Mr. Ramesh Kumar additionally visited Vizianagaram and interacted with Collector M. Hari Jawaharlal and SP B.Rajakumari and others.
“We observe neutrality and treat all political parties equally,” he mentioned.
