Delhi University Student Elections Proceed Amid Court-Ordered Vandalism Cleanup

The Delhi High Court mandates defacement rectification before vote counting can commence, citing significant campaign-related property damage.

The Delhi High Court has allowed Delhi University to hold its student union elections but barred vote counting until campus defacement is addressed.
The court criticized DU for its lack of supervision and enforcement of regulations, highlighting extensive vandalism during the campaign period.
Defacement included over 16,000 boards, 200,000 posters, and 28,500 banners, with the university responsible for cleanup costs.
Candidates were found to be spending exorbitant amounts, violating Lyngdoh Committee recommendations meant to ensure fair elections.
DU has been ordered to secure all electronic voting machines and ballot papers until further notice and to take strict action against non-compliant candidates.