The State Election Commission has issued strict guidelines for the 2026 Panchayat elections in Rajasthan. These include 10 key rules such as leave bans and procession restrictions.
The administration has implemented 10 major and strict restrictive orders aimed at conducting peaceful and transparent elections. The administrative machinery has moved into action mode as soon as the code of conduct came into effect.
With the announcement of the election, leave for all government officers and employees working in the district has been banned. This order has been implemented with immediate effect.
According to the instructions issued by the District Election Officer and District Collector, no employee will be able to leave the headquarters without prior permission.
In case of extreme emergency, permission from only the District Election Officer or Deputy District Election Officer will be mandatory. Disciplinary action has been warned for defying the order.
Strict rules have been made regarding the use of loudspeakers during election campaigning in rural areas. The District Magistrate has imposed time restrictions on sound-amplifying devices.
Prior written permission is required to install loudspeakers on campaign vehicles or to hold public meetings and processions. This permission must be obtained from the concerned Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM).
Action will be taken under the Rajasthan Noise Control Act for using loudspeakers without permission or after the scheduled time. The cost of campaign vehicles will be added to the candidate's official election expenditure.
To ensure peaceful voting, Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) has been implemented in rural areas. Under this, the display of weapons in public places is prohibited.
Carrying arms, swords, and sticks is banned. Transport or display of explosive material is completely forbidden.
The time for election campaigning for candidates for the post of Sarpanch has been significantly reduced. Only 24 hours will be available after the withdrawal of nominations and allotment of election symbols.
The main objective of this rule is to prevent unnecessary expenditure in elections. Also, this step has been taken to reduce the influence of money power.
The State Election Commission has clarified that no victory procession will be taken out after the election results. This rule applies equally to all posts.
Special strictness is being observed regarding the display of weapons in sensitive districts like Hanumangarh. Heavy fines will be imposed for taking out rallies without permission.
The administration is also keeping a close watch on social media platforms. Action will be taken under the IT Act for posts involving inflammatory speeches or religious propaganda.
Sticking posters or banners on private property without permission has also been prohibited.
On the day of voting, carrying mobile phones within a 200-meter radius of the polling booth will be prohibited. This rule will apply to voters and other persons.
A ban has also been imposed on transporting voters to the polling station in private vehicles. Strict arrangements have been made around the booth for security.
To make the election peaceful, a 'Dry Day' has been declared 48 hours before the voting. Liquor shops will remain completely closed even on the day of counting.
Joint teams of the Excise Department and Police have been deployed to stop the sale of illegal liquor. Strict action will be taken against those who violate the rules.
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