Postman Detained for 145 Polling Cards – Electoral Fraud Probe Begins

News Today: Postman detained with undelivered 145 polling cards, sparking a probe into potential electoral fraud.

A postman in Puttalam has been detained for possessing 145 official polling cards, raising serious concerns over potential electoral fraud. The arrest was made following a complaint by the UNP Electoral Organizer for the Puttalam electorate. The Postal Superintendent of the Puttalam District initiated an investigation into the matter, working closely with the Elections Commission.

The undelivered polling cards were recovered from a business establishment, adding to the suspicions surrounding the postman’s involvement in electoral misconduct. Mr. Homes Jesudasan, the Postal Superintendent, has confirmed the initiation of an internal investigation, and the findings will be reported to the relevant authorities.

This incident has raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process, especially with elections on the horizon. The authorities are now probing whether this was an isolated incident or part of a larger network of electoral fraud.

Further updates on the case are expected as investigations unfold. This situation highlights the importance of maintaining electoral integrity and the potential consequences of tampering with polling materials.