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Tejashwi Yadav has expressed hope that the upcoming Bihar elections will be conducted fairly. The RJD leader emphasized that elections should not favor any particular party or individual. This statement came following a crucial meeting between the Election Commission and various political parties in Bihar. All parties reiterated their complete trust in the Election Commission's ability to conduct transparent polls.

Key Points: Tejashwi Yadav Demands Fair Bihar Elections After ECI Meeting

  • Tejashwi Yadav expressed hope for fair elections after ECI delegation meeting
  • Political parties demanded polls immediately after Chhath festival
  • Election Commission urged harmony and transparency in electoral process
  • Parties appreciated EC's voter limit and electoral roll purification measures
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Hope this time Bihar election would be fair: Tejashwi Yadav

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav hopes for fair Bihar polls, emphasizes public rights in democracy after Election Commission meeting with political parties.

"We hope that this time the Bihar elections will be fair. Elections should not be held to help anyone. - Tejashwi Yadav"

Patna, October 5

Following the meeting of the ECI delegation, Bihar LoP and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Saturday said that their representatives had put forward their views.

He further hoped that the elections conducted in Bihar would be fair.

Speaking to reporters, Tejashwi Yadav said, "Our party's representatives had gone and put forward their views. We hope that this time the Bihar elections will be fair. Elections should not be held to help anyone. In a democracy, the public is the master. The public has every right that the elections should be held in a good environment."

Earlier on Saturday, the Election Commission of India held a meeting with political parties of Bihar ahead of the Assembly elections in the state.

Under the Chairmanship of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, discussions were successfully held with all the recognised political parties of Bihar, along with Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, Chief Electoral Officer of Bihar Vinod Singh Gunjyal and senior officers of the Commission.

During the interaction, the Election Commission stated that political parties are the cornerstone of democracy and that all parties should ensure their participation at every stage of a transparent electoral process.

The EC urged voters to celebrate the festival of elections with harmony and respect, and to experience the transparency of the elections. It also urged political parties to ensure that they nominate polling agents at every polling booth.

Political parties thanked the EC for taking "historic, transparent, and firm" measures to purify the electoral rolls through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and reiterated their complete commitment and faith in the electoral process.

They also thanked the EC for setting a maximum number of voters per polling station at 1,200.

Moreover, representatives from various political parties demanded that elections be conducted immediately after the Chhath festival to ensure maximum voter participation and suggested holding the elections in as minimum phases as possible.

The parties also appreciated several recent initiatives by the Election Commission, including reforms related to the counting of postal ballots and the use of Form 17C.

All political parties reiterated their complete trust in the Election Commission and expressed confidence that the upcoming Bihar elections would be conducted in a free, fair, and fully transparent manner.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While I appreciate the emphasis on fair elections, I wish political leaders would focus more on development agendas rather than just election fairness. Bihar needs concrete plans for employment, education, and healthcare.
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Priya S
The decision to hold elections after Chhath festival is very thoughtful. Our festivals are important and people should be able to celebrate without election stress. Good planning by ECI! 🎉
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Aman W
Limiting voters to 1200 per booth is a great move. Last election, my polling station had such long queues that many elderly people went back without voting. Hope this improves voter turnout.
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Michael C
As an observer of Indian democracy, I'm impressed by the detailed preparations. The focus on transparency and voter convenience shows maturity in the electoral process. Other democracies could learn from this approach.
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Neha E
Let's hope all parties practice what they preach. Fair elections start with fair campaigning - no fake promises, no personal attacks. Bihar voters are smart enough to see through the drama! 😊

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