Maharashtra poll body rejects MVA demand to put off civic polls
Maharashtra State Election Commission will conduct upcoming local body polls in three phases, ruling out postponement despite opposition demands. The MVA coalition protested alleged voter list discrepancies, seeking a delay until rectification. The SEC cited a Supreme Court directive to complete polls by January 31, emphasizing the logistical challenge of conducting elections across 685 local bodies.
Maharashtra State Election Commission will conduct upcoming local body polls in three phases, ruling out postponement despite opposition demands. The MVA coalition protested alleged voter list discrepancies, seeking a delay until rectification. The SEC cited a Supreme Court directive to complete polls by January 31, emphasizing the logistical challenge of conducting elections across 685 local bodies.
