Dhanbad, Feb. 8 -- Senior superintendent of police (SSP), Dhanbad, Prabhat Kumar, issued a detailed advisory to candidates and voters on Saturday as the district administration intensified security measures ahead of the municipal elections scheduled for February 23.

Addressing the media, SSP Kumar said, "Ensuring a peaceful, impartial and fear-free election is our top priority. All candidates must strictly adhere to the Model Code of Conduct and avoid any form of provocation, inflammatory speech or rumour-mongering."

He directed candidates to obtain prior permission from the administration before organising public meetings, rallies or roadshows. "Programmes must follow the approved route and schedule. Any violation or procession without...