Voters fear possible booth capture and ballot manipulation
Summary
Voters in Bajura and Bajhang fear booth capture, voter manipulation, and fake voting in upcoming elections, despite tight security preparations to ensure free and fair voting.
Key Points
- Residents of Bajura and Bajhang have a history of experiencing booth capture, voter manipulation, and election-related violence.
- Security agencies have increased personnel and technology like CCTV and drones to monitor polling stations in the upcoming elections.
- The violence in the 2022 elections included clashes, shootings, vandalism, and delayed vote counting.
- Authorities have classified most polling stations in both districts as highly sensitive and prepared joint security operations to prevent irregularities.
