Mangaluru, May 5: Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner Sasikanth Senthil S, who is also the Election Officer of the district, has warned that the Election Commission would book criminal case against political parties and candidates if they sought votes on the basis of caste and religion.
Addressing media persons, here the officer also exhorted the people to immediate complain if they come across any candidate seeking votes in the name of religion or castes.
“Seeking votes inside one’s house on the basis of caste and religion is also a crime. If the commission receives any evidence, such persons and parties would be booked,” he said.
He warned that the commission would consider such instances seriously. People could lodge complaints on Ph: 0824-2420002 or the toll free number 1800-425-2099. Complaints can also be sent to the WhatsApp number: 8277163522.
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