Then their attention towards relief work could not be on the same priority, as election duties would get a higher priority

Chief Election Commissioner Joti in response to the criticism made by the Opposition for the 'delay' in announcing the dates of Gujarat elections

Responding to criticism by Opposition leaders over the ‘delay’ in announcing poll dates for Gujarat, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A.K. Joti on Saturday told The Hindu that several factors, including the ongoing flood relief operations in the State, determined the electoral body’s decision.

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