A tragic incident shocked everyone during the counting of votes for the municipal elections in Telangana. BJP candidate from Ward No. 10 of Lakshetipet Municipality of Mancherial district, Elma, died on the same day when the counting of votes was going on. She was ill for some time and her health deteriorated further on the day of counting, after which she breathed her last. As soon as this news was received, a wave of mourning spread in the election atmosphere.
Counting of votes underway after municipal elections
Counting of votes is going on in seven corporations and 116 municipalities of Telangana. A tough contest is being seen across the state between Congress, BRS and BJP. According to the trends so far, Congress has advanced in about 300 wards, while BRS has captured 170 wards. BJP has so far won in 47 wards, but amidst these figures, this news from Lakshetipet once again reminded us of the fragility of life in the race of political victory and defeat.
Party expressed grief after death of BJP candidate
Elma was considered an active face in her area and had raised a lot of expectations regarding the development of Ward No. 10. During the elections, she was actively involved in her campaign, but illness overtook her. According to her family members and supporters, she was undergoing treatment for the last few days, yet she stood with the cross of the election. The day of counting could have been a big dream day for him and his family, but fate had something else in store. Party workers and opposition leaders also expressed deep grief after hearing the news of his demise.
The accident occurred amid the atmosphere of election celebrations.
This incident came to light at a time when there was an atmosphere of election celebration in the entire state. The winning candidates were celebrating and the losing candidates were sighing over their defeat, but for Elma there was neither victory nor defeat, just the last journey of life.
Such a tragic incident is rarely seen in municipal elections in Telangana. This has made one realize the uncertainty of life amid the election turmoil. Many people have gathered to console Elma’s family and supporters and the party has also assured full support to her family.
