Adhere to poll code, parties told
The Hindu
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Representatives of political parties were asked to follow the model code of conduct in place for the local bodies poll in the Union Territory.
A meeting convened by the District Election Office on Friday urged the political parties to follow the instructions given by the State Election Commission for the smooth conduct of the polls and strictly adhere to COVID-19 precautionary measures.
Elections would be held first for the municipalities of Karaikal, Yanam, Mahe and commune panchayats of Kottucherry, Nedungadu, Neravy, Thirumalairayanpattinam and Thirunallar in Karaikal region of the Union Territory on October 21. The polls to Puducherry and Oulgaret will be held on October 25 and 28.