State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha has directed collectors and superintendents of police to implement stringent security arrangements for the final day of municipal election nominations. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the nomination process proceeds without any hindrances. Punetha communicated these directives to the officials, urging them to take appropriate action. With this being the last day for filing nominations, Punetha advised monitoring law and order in all areas and deploying additional forces where necessary.

SEC Anil Chandra Punetha instructed officials to take precautions to prevent any untoward incidents at the nomination centers. He clarified that full security should be provided to candidates filing nominations and their supporters. Punetha reminded officials that it is their responsibility to ensure the electoral process is transparent and impartial. These directives are effective immediately.