In preparation for the upcoming General Election to the Lok Sabha 2024, scheduled for April 26, the District Election Officer/DM, Krishna Kumar, has announced the immediate sealing of inter-district borders in the jurisdiction of Tengnoupal district and its neighbouring districts.
The DEO on Tuesday stated that the decision to seal the borders comes in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India, aiming to prevent the infiltration of anti-social and disruptive elements into the constituency. The sealing of borders is also intended to ensure that no undesirable elements or arms and ammunition are transported into the constituency from outside, with enforcement agencies directed to properly man the sealed inter-district borders, the DEO added.
Effective from April 23 to April 27, 2024, movement across inter-district borders will be restricted, with only essential services, media personnel, and election-related official purposes exempted from the restriction. This measure aims to maintain the integrity and security of the electoral process in Tengnoupal District and surrounding areas.
The District Election Officer emphasized the importance of strict enforcement and urged cooperation from residents and stakeholders to ensure a smooth and secure electoral process.
Simultaneously, the District Magistrate also announced a curfew relaxation for residents in Moreh Town and the rest of Tengnoupal district. Starting immediately, residents in Moreh Town and other areas will be allowed to purchase essential items such as medicines and food, between 6 am to 6 pm. This measure aims to strike a balance between public safety and meeting the basic needs of the population during the election period, the DM said.
Furthermore, the Indo-Myanmar International Border within the jurisdiction of Tengnoupal district has been sealed with immediate effect. This decision, prompted by Election Commission guidelines, aims to prevent any potential infiltration of undesired elements from across the border.
Assam Rifles units have been tasked with ensuring the proper manning of the sealed border until the conclusion of the Lok Sabha Election on April 26, 2024.
Meanwhile, Moreh PS conducted a meeting with people who are staying under jurisdiction of Moreh PS, on Tuesday.
During the meeting, Moreh police personnel discussed for a peaceful election in the upcoming outer Lok Sabha election.
The meeting was attended by leaders of different communities and pastors who assured for maintaining peaceful elections, informed by OC Salauddin of Moreh PS.
