New Delhi: The cases of Kovid-19 are increasing rapidly in India. More than 91,000 new Covid-19 cases were reported today. As the country gears up to deal with the COVID-19 situation, decisions regarding assembly elections in five states are also to be taken keeping in mind the pandemic.
Election Commission of India (ECI) He is holding an important meeting with NITI Aayog member VK Paul and senior officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs today. A decision may be taken regarding measures to curb political rallies.
What kind of COVID-19 guidelines to issue for banning large political rallies and public gatherings are constantly being discussed and efforts are being made to build consensus.
Discussions on various aspects of holding elections amid a sharp rise in coronavirus cases are also on the agenda of the meeting.
Meanwhile, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan reached the Election Commission office today. Bhushan will apprise the Election Commission officials about the status of Kovid-19.
Yesterday, the Election Commission held a meeting with Manipur officials regarding the conduct of elections.
Assembly elections are due in the early months of 2022 in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Goa and Manipur.
After Allahabad High Court, Uttarakhand High Court raised questions
The Uttarakhand High Court has also raised questions after the Allahabad High Court objected to holding election rallies as the cases of Kovid are increasing. Hearing a PIL, the High Court has asked the Election Commission:
- Can’t election rallies be online?
- Can virtual voting options be made available?
The Election Commission has to file its reply in the High Court by January 12.
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