MCD removes over 1.26 lakh posters, banners and flags ahead of Delhi assembly polls

ANI January 9, 2025 296 views

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has taken a significant step by removing over 126,000 political posters, banners, and flags from across the city ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. With the polls set for February 5, the action demonstrates preparation for a clean electoral process. The AAP, which won a stunning 62 out of 70 seats in the last election, is seeking its third consecutive term. The Congress party, which has struggled in recent elections, will be looking to make a comeback in this crucial political battle.

"Clean city, fair elections" - MCD Official Statement
New Delhi, January 8: In view of the model code of conduct (MCC) imposed after announcement of the assembly election in the national capital on Tuesday, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on Wednesday said that it removed a total of 1.26 lakh of political advertisement including posters, banners, hoardings, wall paintings, signage, and flags from 12 zones of the city.

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MCD removes massive number of political advertisement materials

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Single-phase Delhi assembly polls scheduled for February 5

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Congress faces challenges while AAP seeks third consecutive term

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Total of 126,186 political materials eliminated from 12 city zones

As per an official statement from the MCD, a total of 126,186 posters, banners, hoardings, wall paintings, signage, and flags were removed. This includes 13, 496 hoardings, 103,687 banners, 1158 signage and 7845 flags.

The Delhi assembly polls will be held in a single phase on February 5, and the counting of votes will take place on February 8.

The last date for filing nominations is January 17. The date for scrutiny of nominations is January 18.

The last date for withdrawal of candidature is January 20.

The Congress, which was in power for 15 consecutive years in Delhi, has suffered setbacks in the last two assembly elections and has failed to win any seat. In contrast, the AAP eyeing a third term will go to the public, boosting its 'performance' in education and the health sector.

AAP won 62 out of the 70 seats in the 2020 assembly elections, and BJP secured eight seats.

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Delhi Assembly Elections 2024 Municipal Corporation of Delhi Political Advertising Election Commission AAP Congress BJP
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