Election Commission Warns Teachers, Professors Against Campaigning for Political Parties

Kathmandu. The Election Commission has warned teachers, professors, and employees against engaging in election campaigning for any party or candidate in violation of the election code of conduct.

Issuing a statement on Monday, the Commission stated that it had received complaints regarding some professors, teachers, and employees being involved in campaigning in favor of political parties and candidates.

Joint Secretary and Spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai informed that the Commission clarified that such actions are contrary to Section 10 (c) of the Education Act and the Election Code of Conduct 2082, and issued a caution.

In the statement issued on Monday, Spokesperson Bhattarai warned that action would be taken in accordance with Section 48 of the code of conduct if individuals are found participating in election campaigning activities that violate the code of conduct.