Ban on political road shows, rallies extended till February 11

Mangalore Today News Network / NDTV

New Delhi, Jan 31, 2022: Days ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in five states, the Election Commission today extended the ban on roadshows, Pad-yatras, cycle/bike/vehicle rallies and processions till February 11. However, the poll body has given some relaxation in the number of people allowed at meetings and election campaigning.

 

A maximum of 1,000 people will now be permitted for physical public meetings of political parties or contesting candidates in designated open spaces with a maximum of 1000.Earlier, the limit was 500.

The Commission has also increased the limit for door to door campaigns. Instead of 10 persons, now 20 persons, excluding security personnel, will be allowed for door to door campaigns.