GUWAHATI, March 2 -- With the Lok Sabha and assembly elections knocking at the door, Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu on Friday called upon religious and community leaders, whom people listen to, to strongly campaign against 'cash for vote' practice prevalent in the state now that the parliamentary and assembly elections are round the corner.

"I cannot stress more on the need to combat corruption for a prosperous future. A strong commitment is key, and I believe that people's support will be instrumental. Together, we can build a corruption-free ecosystem," he said while inaugurating the state's 26th district - Keyi Panyor in Yachuli on Friday.

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