Chandigarh, May 31 -- Chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday dismissed allegations raised by opposition parties over the recently concluded municipal elections, asserting that the polls were conducted in a free, fair, transparent and peaceful manner.

Addressing a press conference, Mann said the Punjab government ensured a smooth electoral process and lauded state government employees for sincerely discharging their duties. He alleged that opposition parties, stunned by their poor performance, were now questioning the credibility of the elections.

"The opposition is unable to digest its humiliating defeat and is making a hoarse cry over the results," Mann said.

The CM maintained that the transparency of the elections was evident from ...