Following the code of conduct of the Election Commission of Pakistan, the district government has announced to charge fee on advertising at public places through hoardings, banners and posters for election campaigning.
The district government has warned candidates of all political parties and their supporters that if they did not pay the advertising fee, the ECP would be informed about the violation.
Assistant Commissioner City and Taxation Officer, Fahad Waqar Azeem informed that Rs120 per month would be charged on 3×2 feet poster, Rs450 per month on 3×5 feet hoarding, Rs225 per month on 3×9 feet banner and Rs10.56 per month on 9×6 inches pamphlets.
He further said that the candidates would have to take prior permission for other advertising material including pictures and flags. Strict action would be taken against the candidates who failed to comply with the code of conduct, he added.
Meanwhile, Tehsil Municipal Administration (Rawal Town) removed 300 banners and hoardings from different parts of the town including Benazir Bhutto Road (Murree Road), Liaquat Road, Saidpur Road and others for violating the code of conduct devised by the ECP.
District govt to charge fee on election advertising
