The meeting election result might be introduced on May 2
The Election Commission of India has made RT-PCR test experiences mandatory for candidates to enter the counting centres on the result day. Results of Assembly elections held in West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry might be introduced on May 2. While the eighth and final part of election might be held in West Bengal on April 29, the voting train is over in Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry.
As per the ECI’s Covid-19 tips, the counting brokers sitting arrengements shall be made in such a manner that between two counting brokers, one shall be in PPE. “Every persons should follow thermal screening, and should wear face masks, carry hand sanitisers,” it mentioned.
Earlier, theECI had banned all victory processions on or after the result day on May 2. The ECI’s choice comes amidst spiralling Covid-19 circumstances within the nation. “In view of the surge in COVID-19 cases throughout the country, the Commission has decided to make more stringent provision to be followed during the process of counting. No victory procession after the counting on May 2 shall be permissible,” an order issued by the ballot physique to chief electoral officers of all states and UTs mentioned.
It additionally mentioned that “Not more than two persons shall be allowed to accompany the winning candidate or his/her authorised representative receive the certificate of election from the returning officer concerned.”
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