With the Model Code of Conduct coming into force on Friday in all the 12 assembly segments of Telangana region, the Election Commission is taking all steps to ensure that all the political parties abide by the rules.
The State electoral officer I V Subba Rao appealed to all political parties in the State to cooperate with the Government authorities for the smooth conduct of by-polls.
The commissioner requested the Opposition parties to extend their support as the Election Commission has decided to use Electronic Voting Machines much against their wishes. He assured the Opposition parties that adequate number of EVMs have been procured and all steps have been taken to ensure that all the EVMs function properly.
If rules are violated by any political party then strict action would be taken against that political party irrespective of its status. The election commission is keeping a strict vigil against the distribution of money during the elections in all the constituencies where polling is being held.
During the election time the election commission will take all precautions to close all the belt and wine shops in all the 12 segments where the by-elections are taking place.
No politician, however popular he may be, if he makes any provocative statement will be taken to task, he cautioned.