Rautahat Administration Urges Strict Adherence to Code of Conduct as Holi Coincides with By-elections

Rautahat. The District Administration Office, Rautahat, has urged the strict observance of the code of conduct as the Holi festival and the by-election for the House of Representatives fall concurrently this year. Assistant CDO Jitendra Kumar Yadav issued a notice warning that anyone engaging in activities contrary to the administration's appeal will face strict action.

The District Administration Office, Rautahat, issued a special notice stating that security sensitivity has increased in Rautahat because the House of Representatives by-election scheduled for Falgun 21 and the Holi festival are occurring at the same time.

As the Holi festival falls during the election campaigning and silence period, the administration urged political parties, candidates, party representatives, voters, and the general public to strictly adhere to the election code of conduct. The notice requested that Holi be celebrated in a dignified, civilized, and disciplined manner while maintaining mutual harmony, peace, and a cordial atmosphere.

The administration urged full compliance with the Election Code of Conduct 2082 and asked that any violation be reported to the relevant election body or the nearest security agency. Furthermore, it warned that organizing any crowded event requires mandatory permission from the District Administration Office, and no fairs, festivals, or programs should be held without permission.

It was mentioned that the Holi festival should be celebrated as a festival of unity, harmony, and brotherhood, and urged against forcing color on anyone against their will, throwing water balloons, or engaging in indecent or unruly behavior like splashing filth. Clear instructions were given not to engage in any activity that causes trouble or harassment to security personnel, staff deployed for election security, or the general public walking on the roads.

The administration warned against driving under the influence of intoxicating or narcotic substances, adhering to traffic rules, causing disturbances in public places, and playing loud music using DJ or other noise-polluting equipment.

The notice issued by Assistant CDO Jitendra Kumar Yadav stated that any act or omission contrary to the law will result in action according to prevailing laws. A few days ago, significant tension arose between two communities following a dispute in Sabagadha village, Gaur Municipality Ward 6. The local administration has urged special vigilance to prevent the recurrence of such activities in any part of the district during the celebration of the elections and the Holi festival.