Anantnag, 30 Aug (KNS): The district administration of Anantnag has taken strict disciplinary action against five government employees for their involvement in political activities during the ongoing elections, a clear violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). Participation in political activities by government employees is prohibited to ensure the impartiality and fairness of the electoral process.Two of the employees have been suspended with immediate effect due to their involvement in political activities. The wages of two more employees have been withheld until further orders. Additionally, suspension has been recommended against one more employee for the same violation.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelThe Election Commission's guidelines explicitly state that government employees must refrain from engaging in any form of political activity or campaigning during the election period. This measure is crucial to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.The District Election Officer has issued a stern warning to all government employees, emphasizing the importance of adhering strictly to the directives provided by the Election Commission of India. The officer reminded the employees of their duty to remain impartial and avoid any actions that could compromise the fairness of the elections (KNS)