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Aldona MLA Carlos Ferreira appealed to citizens to reject family raj and vote for honest, non-corrupt and performing candidates in the panchayat elections.
Ferreira, on Tuesday, also urged voters to come out in large numbers and exercise their franchise.
“I request you not to sit at home. Don't let your votes get divided. Some contestants have been fielded with the sole aim of dividing votes and ensuring the defeat of deserving candidates,” Ferriera said.
The Aldona MLA urged the citizens to vote for those who will work for the people and bring government schemes to their doorstep.
“I urge citizens to vote for clean, honest and non-corrupt candidates. Vote out goons. Don’t allow family raj to prosper. Some candidates will make false promises and will soon turn their backs once they are elected,” he said.
“Keep in mind your ward, your village, your constituency and choose your candidate because your future panch member will rule for the next five years. Touch your conscience and cast your vote," he added.
