Citizens urge Election Commission to tackle ‘mob violence’ threats

Representatives from civil society urged the Election Commission to be vigilant against the threat of “mob violence” ahead of the parliamentary polls. On Sunday, civil society leaders expressed concern over the “serious situation” in which the current EC has taken charge, emphasising that any deviation from traditional election methods could exacerbate tensions. They warned that the likelihood of “mob” formation remains high, and the commission must be prepared to address this growing risk. The representatives also flagged several challenges, including the postal voting system, the spread of misinformation, and the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on the electoral process, encouraging the EC to adopt “proactive measures” to mitigate these risks. The civil society representatives also recommended that the EC refrain...