Navin Samachar, Nainital, August 14 2025 (Allegations of Democracy-s Death Surface as) – Thursday’s District Panchayat president and vice president polls in Nainital descended into unprecedented chaos. Accusations of abduction, political muscle, and legal confrontation overshadowed democratic proceedings, forcing authorities to intervene and delay results.
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Morning Tensions Ignite into Kidnapping Claims
Polling began with mounting tension outside the Panchayat office near Zoo Road. By 9:57 am, reports emerged that five district Panchayat members—including BJP-aligned and Congress-aligned candidates—had been forcibly taken away just as they came to vote. The incident sparked an explosive backlash from Congress leaders, who accused BJP workers of violence and criminality.
High Court Orders Security-Protected Voting
As images and videos circulated online, the Uttarakhand High Court stepped in, directing the District Magistrate and SSP to produce the missing members for immediate voting under police protection. The court also extended the polling deadline by two hours to accommodate this.
Voting Under Guard, but Results Remain Pending
Following the order, police managed to locate (from Haldwani) and escort the five allegedly abducted members back to vote. Alongside, ten Congress-affiliated members cast their ballots under protection. Despite these extraordinary measures, the election outcome remains undecided.
BJP Strikes Back with Counter-Allegations
The BJP fired back, accusing Congress of detaining several members and confiscating their victory certificates. They claim four members were forcibly taken and claim interference by heavyweights from neighboring districts. A complaint has been filed at Tallital Police Station.
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