Chhattisgarh State Election Commissioner Thakur Ram Singh on Tuesday said it is the responsibility of general observers to ensure free, fair and peaceful elections. They must see that the laws are strictly followed.
The State Election Commissioner was holding a virtual training of the 28 general election observers, who were appointed a day earlier.
Singh said the observers should not come under any pressure and strictly conduct the poll as per the laws and provisions.
Training was imparted on all aspects of the election process in the three-tier polls.
The State Election Commission had announced by-polls for three-tier panchayat in 28 districts. The polling is scheduled for the posts of 631 Panch, 108 Sarpanch and 6 Janpad Panchayat members. The nomination process has begun.
The last date for filing of nomination is June 9.