A meeting of the District Level Standing Committee convened on March 18, 2024, at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Mokokchung, in preparation for the upcoming 18th Lok Sabha Election 2024.
Thsuvisie Phoji, the Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer of Mokokchung, extended a warm welcome to all attendees and introduced the new Superintendent of Police, Shri Vesupra Kezo, to the Mokokchung district. Stressing the importance of conducting a free, fair, and peaceful election, the DC urged all political party leaders to uphold a positive image and set an example for their members. He encouraged collaboration among districts and adherence to election decorum in accordance with the Election Commission’s guidelines.
Renben Mozhui, the Assistant Election Officer, Mokokchung, underscored the significance of combating child labour during the election period, emphasising the need to raise awareness among party workers.
Shri Ajit Kumar, IAS, Assistant Commissioner, delivered a concise overview of the Model Code of Conduct during the election, urging against religious and communal tensions and emphasising the avoidance of bribery and intimidation.
A presentation on the cVIGIL App, a mobile application developed by the Election Commission of India for reporting violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during elections, was conducted. Users can report violations by selecting the type of violation, providing incident details, and submitting relevant media.
SP Mokokchung, Vesupra Kezo, reiterated the importance of cooperation with law enforcement and emphasised the necessity of a peaceful election. He cautioned against the misuse of social media and its potential adverse effects.
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