India to Rerun Election at 11 Places in Manipur Following Violence

The Election Commission of India has declared void polling at 11 stations in Manipur and appointed April 22 as the date of repolling.

The chief Electoral officer in Manipur, P K Jha, announced that the Election Commission of India, under Sections 58(2) and 58A(2) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, has directed the nullification of the poll conducted on 19th April, 2024 (Friday). This decision pertains to 11 polling stations listed in the table below of 1-Inner Manipur Parliamentary Constituency. Subsequently, 22nd April, 2024 (Monday) has been appointed as the date for conducting a fresh poll at the said polling stations, with polling hours scheduled from 7 AM to PM.

In connection with the incident of firing in which an elderly person sustained injury, police have arrested three people. There was incidents of vandalism and disruption during the first phase polls in Manipur.

Amidst incidents of vandalization of polling booths, firing between the rival groups, clashes in more than six places around 68.62 per cent of 15.44 lakh voters cast their votes in two Lok Sabha seats (one partially) in ethnic violence-hit Manipur.

The rerun of the election in Manipur highlights the government’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region. By addressing the underlying causes of violence and ensuring a transparent electoral process, authorities aim to mitigate tensions and foster reconciliation. Moreover, the rerun serves as a testament to India’s resilience in upholding democratic norms in the face of challenges, reaffirming its commitment to democratic governance and the rule of law.
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