The Dzongkhag Election Dispute Settlement Body in Pema Gatshel penalised three People’s Democratic Party’s supporters and the Tshogpa of Loongkholom Chiwog in Chhimoong Gewog today. They were fined Nu.3,000 each, for calling a zomdu or meeting in Loongkholom and for distributing visiting cards of the candidate. They are not registered members of the party.
The Tshogpa of Loongkholom Chiwog was penalised for not being apolitical and also helping the supporters call a zomdu. There have to pay the fine within five days.
The case was reported to the Election Dispute Settlement Body on June 20 by a Druk Phuensum Tshogpa’s supporter.