New Delhi, 13 February2022

As per news report of The Indian Express,the poll body allowed political parties and candidates to campaign between 6 am and 10 pm in adherence to Covid-19 norms.“Political parties/candidates may campaign with a maximum of 50% of the capacity of the designated open spaces or the limit prescribed by the SDMA, whichever is less. Padyatra with a limited number of persons as per limitations of the SDMA is allowed,” the EC said in a statement.On Saturday, the EC took a periodic review of the status of Covid-19 in the country and especially in the poll-bound states. As per information received from the Union health secretary, the ground situation of Covid-19 has significantly improved and the cases are fast receding in the country. Moreover, maximum cases are being reported from non-poll going states, the statement added.

Source - The Indian Express

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