EC seeks report on poll conduct violation by Rahul

Lucknow: Acting on a complaint regarding violation of model code of conduct by Congress general secretary and candidate from Amethi parliamentary constituency Rahul Gandhi, the Election Commission has sought a report from Sultanpur district magistrate in this regard.

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"The commission has received a complaint from some person alleging that more than five persons accompanied Rahul during his nomination on April 4. A report has been sought from the Sultanpur district magistrate in this regard," additional chief electoral officer Amrit Abhijat told reporters here.

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Abhijat said that as per EC directives, not more than four persons, including the candidate, are allowed inside the room, where nominations are filed.

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