Goa, May 2 -- In anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the North Goa collector has issued strict regulations aimed at maintaining public order and preventing any untoward incidents. Effective from May 5 to May 8, 6pm, gatherings of more than five individuals are prohibited across all assembly constituencies.

The collector emphasized that any assembly comprising five or more persons, including candidates and their associates, will be deemed unlawful during this period. Additionally, gatherings at polling stations on election day are strictly forbidden.

Under the authority of Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), the collector has banned processions or rallies disguised as house-to-house visits or corner meetin...