The Supreme Court criticized the Returning Officer for the Chandigarh mayoral election, directing a recount of eight disputed ballots with ‘X’ marks. The officer’s actions were deemed undemocratic and he was ordered to be prosecuted. The court expressed concern over the election process and mandated the preservation of election records. This could potentially change the election outcome.
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has issued a notice in response to an AAP councillor’s petition regarding alleged fraudulent activities in the Chandigarh Mayor polls, directing respondents to reply within three weeks. The petition claims manipulation of votes and bias by election officers, raising serious concerns about electoral integrity in local governance and necessitating a thorough investigation.