Sunsari Political Parties Pledge Adherence to Election Code of Conduct Ahead of Polls

Sunsari. As the date for the House of Representatives election on Falgun 21 approaches, political parties in Sunsari district have collectively pledged to fully comply with the election code of conduct. Representatives from various parties participating in an all-party meeting organized at the District Administration Office, Sunsari on Sunday, reached this agreement to make the election dignified, peaceful, and impartial.

Their declaration to engage in healthy competition without violating the rules set by the Election Commission has made the district's electoral environment more responsible. According to Sunsari's Chief District Officer, Basudev Ghimire, the parties present at the meeting agreed to remove all types of promotional materials and banners violating the election code of conduct by Falgun 12.

The administration has warned of strict legal action if the materials are not removed within the stipulated timeframe. All parties specifically agreed to completely ban the use of DJs playing loud music during election campaigning and to refrain from any activities that could disrupt social harmony. This decision is expected to provide relief to the general public from noise pollution and unnecessary stress.

The Sunsari administration has also adopted a high level of vigilance regarding security. District Police Superintendent Keshav Thebe informed that the security apparatus is fully prepared to conduct the election in a fear-free environment. Leaders including Nepali Congress District President Kedar Bhandari, CPN-UML Secretary Ram Koirala, Rastriya Swatantra Party District President Sagar Dahal, and Jaspa's Mahendra Yadav were present at the meeting.

They stated that they would instruct their respective party workers to remain restrained and conduct their election campaigns within the bounds of the code of conduct.

The technical and physical preparations necessary for the election have also reached the final stage. All election materials, including ballot papers, have arrived in the district, and the process of sending them to the respective constituencies is underway. A total of 167 polling stations have been designated across Sunsari's 4 constituencies, where security and management aspects have been strengthened.