Mohali: Tension gripped a polling station in Lalru on Tuesday after three women were accused of casting bogus votes during the municipal council elections in ward no. 12. The incident at the Government Senior Secondary Smart School led to chaos, with supporters of rival parties gathering outside the booth and raising objections over the alleged fake voting. Senior political leaders soon reached the spot with their supporters.
Political Leaders Protest
Congress leader Deepinder Singh Dhillon, BJP leader Sushil Rana, and Parminder Sharma, brother of former MLA NK Sharma, protested and raised slogans, alleging irregularities in the polling process. As tempers flared and workers engaged in heated arguments, heavy police force was deployed to prevent any escalation of the situation.
Police Intervention
Superintendent of Police Bikramjit Singh Brar, along with other senior officers, reached the spot and brought the situation under control. He confirmed that the three women had been detained and further action was being taken. Police stated that the matter is under investigation and appropriate action will follow based on the inquiry findings.
The incident highlights the ongoing tensions during the municipal council elections, with allegations of voter fraud sparking protests and demands for a fair electoral process. Authorities have assured that strict measures will be taken against those found guilty.
