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Supreme Court presses Election Commission on TMC symbol freeze resolution timeline
India's apex court has sought clarity from the Election Commission on when it will adjudicate the dispute over the Trinamool Congress party symbol, which remains frozen during ongoing bypolls under an interim order.
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The Supreme Court has intervened in the row over the freezing of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) election symbol, asking the Election Commission to provide a timeline for resolving the underlying dispute.
The Election Commission had invoked its powers under the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, to impose an interim freeze on the TMC's traditional symbol. The freeze has been kept in place during the current round of bypolls and is set to continue until the commission makes a final determination in the matter.
The court's move reflects growing concerns over the prolonged uncertainty affecting the party's electoral operations. The interim order has effectively prevented the TMC from using its recognized symbol in the ongoing elections, creating complications for campaign and nomination processes.
The Election Commission now faces judicial pressure to expedite its adjudication process and provide clarity on the duration of the freeze. The outcome could have significant implications for the party's participation in future electoral contests across India's eastern states.