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The delegation was assured by the Election Commission that all steps necessary will be taken to ensure that a free and fair poll is held (File photo: News18)
The CPI-M delegation, which also included Politburo member Nilotpal Basu and Central Secretariat member Muraleedharan, said such apprehension stems from the fact that a large number of motorcycles have been imported into Tripura recently.
A three-member delegation led by CPI-M general secretary Sitaram Yechury met here Election The commission told the Election Commission here on Monday that there could be violence during the February 16 assembly elections in Tripura.
The CPI-M delegation, also comprising Politburo member Nilotpal Basu and Central Secretariat member Muraleedharan, said such apprehensions arise from the fact that a large number of motorcycles have been imported into Tripura recently.
“These motorcycle-riding gangs will try to terrorize and create fear by the ruling BJP among voters belonging to opposition parties. Other methods of intimidation were also being used to influence the voters.
“Under these circumstances, the delegation pressed the Election Commission to take confidence-building measures, including but not limited to flag marches not only on main roads but also in the hinterland,” the party said in a statement.
The CPI(M) said the delegation was assured by the Election Commission that it would take all necessary steps to ensure free and fair polling in a peaceful and conducive atmosphere.
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