Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Polls: Notable Nominations and Vigilance Measures
Himachal panchayat polls: Day 2 sees nominations from royal family member, singer’s wife
Hindustan Times
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On the second day of nominations for the Himachal Pradesh panchayat polls, 25,671 papers were submitted. Noteworthy candidates include Khush Vikram Sen from the Junga royal family and Shweta Chauhan, wife of a popular folk singer. The elections will be held in three phases from May 26 to 30, 2024.
- 01A total of 25,671 nomination papers were filed on Day 2 of the panchayat polls.
- 02Khush Vikram Sen from the Junga royal family is contesting from Chamiyana ward.
- 03Shweta Chauhan, wife of folk singer Vicky Chauhan, filed nominations from ward-10 in Shimla.
- 04Elections will occur in three phases on May 26, 28, and 30, 2024.
- 05Special vigilance measures are in place to combat illicit liquor and drug trafficking during the elections.
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25,671 nomination papers were submitted on the second day of the panchayat polls in Himachal Pradesh, with Kangra district leading at 5,999 nominations. Notable candidates include Khush Vikram Sen, a member of the Junga royal family, who is contesting from the Chamiyana ward, and Shweta Chauhan, wife of renowned folk singer Vicky Chauhan, who filed her papers from ward-10 in Shimla district. The elections are scheduled for May 26, 28, and 30, 2024, with vote counting on May 31. In preparation for the elections, the deputy commissioner has instructed the excise department to monitor illicit liquor sales and maintain a drug-free environment, emphasizing coordination among various departments to ensure a smooth electoral process.
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The panchayat elections will influence local governance and development, with candidates vying for positions that directly affect community welfare.
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