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Politics
Andhra Pradesh local body polls nomination filing ends after two days of clashes
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 05:41 AM
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Nomination filing for the upcoming local body elections in Andhra Pradesh concluded after two days of clashes between rival groups. Election officials have declared the nomination process closed.
The nomination filing for Andhra Pradesh's local body elections began as scheduled but was disrupted by clashes over two consecutive days. Reports indicate that supporters of competing candidates faced off at various nomination centres, leading to tension and temporary halts in the process.
State election authorities intervened to restore order and ensure the safety of participants. After the second day of unrest, officials announced that the nomination window would be closed, bringing the filing stage to an end.
With nominations now closed, the focus shifts to scrutiny of papers and the subsequent campaign period. Officials have urged all parties to maintain peace and adhere to the election code of conduct as the process moves forward.
State election authorities intervened to restore order and ensure the safety of participants. After the second day of unrest, officials announced that the nomination window would be closed, bringing the filing stage to an end.
With nominations now closed, the focus shifts to scrutiny of papers and the subsequent campaign period. Officials have urged all parties to maintain peace and adhere to the election code of conduct as the process moves forward.