Sun Nov 02 17:22:09 UTC 2025: Summary:
The General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (CPI), D. Raja, has called on the Election Commission of India (EC) to rigorously enforce the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in Bihar following the murder of Dularchand Yadav, a supporter of Jan Suraaj candidate Piyush Priyadarshi, during the state’s Assembly election campaign. Raja is campaigning in Bihar and is emphasizing the need for peaceful and fair elections to maintain democratic integrity by preventing violence.
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CPI Leader Urges Strict Enforcement of Election Code in Bihar Following Campaign Violence
Patna, India – November 2, 2025 – Communist Party of India (CPI) General Secretary D. Raja has issued a strong appeal to the Election Commission of India (EC) to ensure strict adherence to the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) in Bihar, following a disturbing incident of violence during the Assembly election campaign. The call comes after the murder of Dularchand Yadav, a supporter of Jan Suraaj candidate Piyush Priyadarshi, in Mokama.
“Maintaining law and order is crucial during election time,” stated Raja, who is currently campaigning in the state. “Violence in any form, by anyone, must be prevented. Elections should be conducted peacefully and fairly, and the EC must ensure strict adherence to the Model Code of Conduct.”
The CPI General Secretary emphasized the importance of preventing violence to uphold the integrity of the democratic process and to ensure a free and fair election for all citizens of Bihar. The EC has yet to respond to Raja’s appeal.
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