KATHMANDU, March 19: The Election Commission (EC) has allocated election symbols for 20 political parties gearing up for the forthcoming by-election in Illam and Bajhang districts.
The by-election for a House of Representatives (HoR) seat in Illam-2 and a Provincial Assembly seat in Bajhang-1 is slated for April 27.
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In Illam district, 20 parties are vying in the by-election, while in Bajhang, 19 parties are in the fray.
The allocation of election symbols marks a significant step in the electoral process, facilitating the identification of parties and candidates for voters ahead of the polls.
