Motorcycle movement banned from midnight as polls near
In addition, taxi cabs, pick-ups, microbuses, and trucks will be barred from operating between midnight on 11 February and midnight on 12 February.
The Election Commission (EC) has imposed restrictions on the movement of motorcycles and certain other vehicles ahead of the 13th parliamentary elections and referendum scheduled for 12 February.
According to an EC directive, motorcycle movement will remain prohibited from 12am on 10 February until 12 am on 13 February.
In addition, taxi cabs, pick-ups, microbuses, and trucks will be barred from operating between 12am on 11 February and 12am on 12 February.
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The restrictions will not apply to vehicles engaged in law enforcement, armed forces, administration, emergency services, or those carrying medicines, medical supplies, and newspapers.
Exemptions also cover vehicles transporting passengers to and from airports with valid proof, one vehicle for each candidate and election agent with proper authorisation, and motorcycles used by officials or staff on election duty.
Journalists, observers, and telecommunication service providers may also operate vehicles with prior approval from the EC or the Returning Officer.
District Magistrates, Metropolitan Police Commissioners, and other authorities have been instructed to impose additional restrictions or relaxations as required, taking into account local needs and practical circumstances during the election period.
