Election Silence Period Rules Explained - Campaign Ban, Social Media Restrictions & Key Guidelines
As the election campaign period ends, strict guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India come into force during the mandatory silence period. These rules are designed to ensure free and fair elections and must be followed by all political parties, candidates, and supporters.
According to officials, the silence period begins at 6 PM on the final day of campaigning and continues until the completion of polling. During this time, several key restrictions are enforced across Tamil Nadu.
Key Restrictions During Silence Period:
- No public meetings, rallies, or campaign-related gatherings are allowed
- Political advertisements are banned across TV, radio, cinema, and social media platforms
- Party workers or outsiders brought from other constituencies must leave before the deadline
- Candidates are not allowed to arrange vehicles to transport voters to polling booths
- Any violation of election conduct rules may result in strict legal action
These measures are part of the Model Code of Conduct enforced by the Election Commission to prevent undue influence on voters in the final hours before polling.
Officials have emphasized that all stakeholders must strictly adhere to these rules to maintain transparency and fairness in the electoral process.
