Cheema leads AAP delegation to Election Commission demanding action against people involved in auction or other malpractices
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, October 1-
Harpal Singh Cheema, Senior Leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab, led a delegation to meet with the State Election Commission today to address critical concerns regarding the upcoming Panchayat elections scheduled for October 15, 2024. During this meeting, the delegation presented a memorandum outlining demands for ensuring a free, fair, and transparent electoral process, amidst troubling reports of illicit activities undermining democracy.
In a statement, Cheema emphasized the importance of the Panchayat system, describing it as the smallest yet crucial unit of democracy. He highlighted that every five years, the elections for Sarpanch and Panch play a significant role in empowering local governance. “This election is not just about positions; it’s about the voice and rights of the people of Punjab,” he asserted. He was accompanied by AAP leaders Neel Garg, Dr Sunny Ahluwalia and Babbi Badal for his meeting with the election commissioner of Punjab.
Cheema raised alarms over reports indicating that some individuals are attempting to manipulate the election process by engaging in auctions for Sarpanch and Panch posts.