Overview
- Kalamboli police registered an FIR under Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita after election officials reported a Model Code of Conduct breach.
- The case names Amar Arun Patil, Pramila Ravinath Patil, Manali Amar Thakur and Rajendra Sharma, who are contesting from wards 7, 8, 9 and 10.
- Officials allege the candidates conducted games and a lucky draw and distributed Paithani sarees while appealing for votes at a women-focused programme.
- The event, described as a Ladki Bahin Melava and haldi-kumkum gathering, was held on January 12 at the New Bus Depot in Roadpali, Sector 16, Kalamboli.
- The complaint was filed by assistant election officer Vinay Balkrishna Shipai, with authorities warning of strict action and police indicating further steps require court permission.