In a decisive move to ensure the integrity of the electoral process, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has wielded its authority by imposing fines totaling Rs966,000 on candidates and officials across various divisions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The strict action comes in response to the violation of the Election Code of Conduct, with District Monitoring Officers spearheading the enforcement efforts.
Under the direct orders of the ECP, District Monitoring Officers have been diligently issuing notices and penalizing individuals found guilty of breaching the Election Code of Conduct. The fines, distributed across different divisions, underscore the ECP's commitment to maintaining a fair and transparent electoral environment.
In Peshawar Division, candidates faced a collective fine of Rs95,000, reflecting the seriousness with which the authorities are addressing violations. Malakand Division witnessed a more substantial penalty, with fines amounting to a hefty Rs300,000, indicating a robust stance against any transgressions.
The commitment to upholding the sanctity of the electoral process extended to Hazara Division, where a fine of Rs171,000 was imposed on errant candidates.
Mardan Division followed suit with a penalty of Rs105,000, emphasizing the uniform application of consequences for those found in violation.
Kohat Division and Bannu Division also bore the brunt of the ECP's enforcement actions, facing fines of Rs115,000 and Rs30,000, respectively. Meanwhile, in Dera Ismail Khan Division, candidates were slapped with a significant collective fine of Rs150,000, underscoring the severity of the violations detected in the area.
