Northeast Desk, 15th April: In the run-up to the General and State Assembly Election 2024 in Sikkim, the political arena has witnessed a surge in activity, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) recently filing a First Information Report (FIR) against the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM). The complaint alleges a breach of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during a recent political event held at Mannan Kendra in Gangtok.
According to the complaint lodged with the station head of Gangtok’s AF Police Station, the incident unfolded when students were reportedly invited to participate in a political campaign organized by the SKM. The letter details that the students were left unattended by the organizers until as late as 12:30 am, raising concerns about their safety and well-being.
Dinesh Chandra Nepal, accompanied by associates Niren Bhandar and Lalit Pokhrel Sharma, intervened upon learning of the situation. They promptly informed the Election Commission of India (ECI) about the matter and demanded clarification regarding the students’ claims for compensation.
The SKM’s Student Wing President, Chopel Sherpa, and Tshering Wangchuk, along with their team, intervened to address the issue and assured the safety and security of the students in the presence of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) of Gangtok.
However, the BJP, in its letter, holds the SKM accountable for any potential untoward incidents that may occur to the students, emphasizing their role in safeguarding the future of the state and the nation.
The complaint underscores the need for strict actions based on evidence gathered during vigilance, including the possibility of canceling registrations and nominations if guilt is proven. As the election season unfolds, such incidents highlight the importance of upholding ethical standards and adherence to the MCC to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process in Sikkim.
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