Assam, Cachaar District Imposes Section 163 Restrictions Ahead of Panchayat Election 2025 Vote Counting

GG News Bureau 

Assam ,Silchar, May 9: In a proactive move to ensure peace and order during the upcoming vote counting for Panchayat Election 2025, Cachar District Magistrate Mridul Yadav (IAS) has imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The restrictions aim to prevent disturbances and maintain security as counting begins on May 11.

According to the order, gatherings of people, processions, sloganeering, and carrying of weapons or explosive materials within a 200-meter radius of vote counting centers have been strictly prohibited. The administration has clarified that violation of these orders will result in strict legal action under relevant laws.

Mridul Yadav, the District Magistrate, stated, “Our objective is to conduct the counting process peacefully and without any disruption. No act of violence or disorder will be tolerated.” He urged political parties, candidates, and their supporters to cooperate and maintain peace during the crucial phase of vote counting.

To enforce the prohibitory order effectively, the district administration has deployed additional police and paramilitary forces around counting centers. CCTV surveillance has been installed to monitor every movement, and security personnel have been instructed to remain vigilant. Special attention will be given to monitoring suspicious individuals or activities.

The administration’s advisory also calls upon political parties to instruct their supporters to refrain from provocative activities or violating prohibitory norms. The counting of votes has generated considerable excitement among the public, and the authorities are keen to avoid any untoward incidents that could jeopardize law and order.

Cachar district witnessed a high voter turnout in the Panchayat polls, raising political stakes across constituencies. With emotions running high, the district administration’s security measures are being seen as essential to ensure that the democratic process concludes without violence or disruption.

The prohibitory orders will remain in force until the completion of the counting process, with the administration closely monitoring the situation on the ground.