In view of the Gram Panchayat elections scheduled for December 11 and 14, the Cyberabad police issued orders restricting public gatherings in several areas of the Shamshabad zone. The order, issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police B. Rajesh, prohibits the assembly of more than five people in polling areas falling under 10 police stations in the zone including Shamshabad, Kothur, Nandigama, Shadnagar, Kondurg, Chowdarigudem, Keshampet, Kadthal, Amangal and Talakondapally.
The notification was brought into force to maintain law and order, ensure public tranquillity and prevent any breach of peace during the two phases of polling. The restrictions will remain in effect from 5 p.m. on December 9 to 6 p.m. on December 12 for Phase I, and from 5 p.m. on December 12 to 6 p.m. on December 15 for Phase II.
The order also places a complete ban on unlawful assemblies and public meetings during the specified period.
The police stated that anyone found violating the restrictions would face prosecution under applicable laws.
Published – December 10, 2025 07:07 pm IST
