Sri Satya Sai district SP assures protection to contesting candidates - The HinduUpdated - October 23, 2026 08:10 pm IST - PUTTAPARTHISri Satya Sai district Superintendent of Police S. Satish Kumar addressing police personnel on bandobast duties for local body elections in Puttaparthi on Friday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTSri Satya Sai district Superintendent of Police S. Satish Kumar on Friday assured candidates contesting the MPTC and ZPTC elections that adequate security arrangements have been made to enable them to file their nominations and campaign freely and peacefully.Addressing the police personnel on bandobasth duties in Puttaparthi, the SP said the police department remains committed to creating a conducive atmosphere for candidates to participate in the democratic process without fear, intimidation, or obstruction.He urged candidates facing threats, pressure, or attempts to prevent them from filing nominations to immediately bring the incidents to the SP office or their local police stations. “All complaints will be thoroughly examined, and appropriate legal action would be taken against those responsible,” he said.“Special police teams were already in place to ensure that the nomination process and subsequent election activities were conducted peacefully and transparently,” Mr. Kumar said.The SP reiterated that the democratic rights of all candidates would be protected and that all eligible candidates could file their nominations without fear.Published - October 23, 2026 08:09 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }