Punjab polls: 176 candidates file nominations on 3rd day

The process of filing nominations for the Punjab polls started on January 25, and will continue till February 2.

On the third day of nominations, as many as 176 candidates filed their papers for the Punjab assembly polls, scheduled to be held on February 20.

On the third day of nominations, as many as 176 candidates filed their papers for the Punjab assembly polls, scheduled to be held on February 20 (Representative Image/HT File)

The process of filing nominations started on January 25, and will continue till February 2.

Punjab chief electoral officer S Karuna Raju said that 302 nominations have been filed in the state so far.

Raju urged the electors to utilise the ‘Know Your Candidate’ application,’ which will help them make an informed choice. “The mobile application has been developed to increase awareness about candidates’ criminal antecedents and to ensure transparent elections,” he added.