Independent candidate Naresh Meena is seen slapping Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Amit Chaudhary on the polling sales space within the Deoli-Uniara constituency of Rajasthan. Meena, who was lately suspended by Congress, alleged that the SDM was influencing the polls and alleged electoral malpractice.
Tensions escalate in Rajasthan by-election
In a surprising incident at Samravata polling station, impartial candidate Naresh Meena was seen slapping SDM Amit Chaudhary, who was supervising the polling course of. Police promptly restrained Meena. The controversy got here after Meena was suspended from Congress for opposing the get together’s elected member and selecting to contest as an impartial.
Allegations of electoral misconduct
Meena accused SDM of electoral manipulation. He urged voters to “hit back with votes”, suggesting they could attempt to sway the end result in one other high-stakes election.
Rajasthan Assembly by-elections underway
Polling started in seven districts throughout Rajasthan, together with Deoli and Uniara, and extra safety measures have been put in place. Seventy-nine candidates are contesting seats falling vacant because of the deaths of MLAs or Lok Sabha victories, and the outcomes are anticipated on November 23.
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