A meeting of the District Level Standing Committee was convened on Monday at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, Mokokchung regarding preparation for the upcoming 18th Lok Sabha Election 2024.

Thsuvisie Phoji, the Deputy Commissioner & District Election Officer of Mokokchung, underscored the conduct of a free, fair, and peaceful election, and urged all political party leaders to uphold a positive image and set an example for their members. He encouraged collaboration among districts and adherence to election decorum in accordance with the Election Commission’s guidelines.

Earlier, he extended a warm welcome to all attendees and introduced the new Superintendent of Police, Vesupra Kezo, to the Mokokchung district.

The Assistant Election Officer Mokokchung, Renben Mozhui, emphasized on combating child labor during the election period, emphasizing the need to raise awareness among party workers.

Assistant Commissioner Ajit Kumar, IAS, delivered a concise overview of the Model Code of Conduct during the election period, urging against religious and communal tensions and emphasizing the avoidance of bribery and intimidation.

A presentation on the cVIGIL App: a mobile application developed by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for reporting violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during elections was also conducted. Users can report violations by selecting the type of violation, providing incident details, and submitting relevant media.

SP Mokokchung, Vesupra Kezo reiterated the importance of cooperation with law enforcement and emphasized the necessity of a peaceful election. He cautioned against misuse of social media and its potential adverse effects.