The government increased security presence in Kasipul Constituency as voters showed up to cast their ballots. This move came after a series of turbulent and chaotic campaigns in the area.
Photos from various polling stations depicted residents actively participating in the voting process. Despite the earlier unrest, the environment at the polling centers appeared orderly under the watchful eyes of the enhanced security forces.
"Security has been beefed up to ensure a peaceful voting process," a local official confirmed.
The by-election was necessitated by a vacancy in Kasipul, attracting intense political competition that escalated tensions in the lead-up to election day.
Authorities deployed additional personnel around polling stations, aiming to deter any potential disruptions. This deployment was critical in calming fears among voters and allowing the electoral exercise to proceed smoothly.
The government's proactive security deployment helped stabilize the volatile political climate and enabled residents to vote peacefully after a fraught campaign period.