Kathmandu Election Office Condemns Social Media Use Violating Voter Privacy and Code of Conduct

Summary

The District Election Office Kathmandu has condemned violations of voter privacy and election code of conduct on social media and urged adherence to legal provisions before campaigning begins.

Key Points
  • The District Election Office Kathmandu condemned social media and online media for violating voter privacy by asking about voting intentions.
  • The office urged strict adherence to the election code of conduct and warned against acts violating voter privacy.
  • Election campaigning is legally allowed only 17 days before voting day after the final candidate list is published.
  • Legal action will be taken against individuals or groups violating the election code of conduct by campaigning early or violating privacy rules.
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