Editorial | Boots for booths
Summary
Nepal prepares for its March 5 elections amidst concerns of booth capture and electoral malpractice in remote districts like Bajura and Bajhang. The government deploys a massive security force, including technical safeguards, to ensure free and fair voting.
Key Points
- Nepal faces challenges of booth capture and voter intimidation in remote districts during the March 5 elections.
- 338,000 security personnel have been mobilised to secure polling stations, including specialised election police.
- Technical measures like CCTV and drones will monitor high-risk districts to prevent electoral fraud.
- The state must ensure voters can cast ballots freely without manipulation to uphold democratic integrity.
