Noida: Tension gripped Paras Tierea Society during the Apartment Owners Association (AoA) elections after allegations surfaced that members of the acting president Vikrant Mahajan’s panel distributed ballot number slips to voters, triggering a heated dispute at the polling venue.
Dispute over ballot slip distribution
According to residents present at the site, the controversy began when it was alleged that the team of acting president Shri Vikrant Mahajan was handing over slips mentioning ballot numbers to voters before they cast their votes. Opposing members objected strongly, claiming that such an act could compromise the secrecy and fairness of the election process.
The issue quickly escalated into a verbal altercation between rival groups, leading to chaos within the society’s premises. Several residents demanded immediate intervention to ensure that the election was conducted transparently and in accordance with established norms.
Police intervention restores order
As tensions rose, local police were called to the spot to prevent any further disturbance. Police personnel intervened and ensured that law and order were maintained within the society campus. After discussions with both sides and restoring calm, the authorities allowed the election process to resume.
Officials reportedly instructed all parties to adhere strictly to the election guidelines to avoid further disputes.
Elections resume amid tight vigilance
Following police intervention, voting continued under close monitoring to ensure a peaceful and fair process. Residents expressed hope that the outcome of the election would reflect the true mandate of the apartment owners without further controversy.
The incident has once again highlighted the growing intensity of AoA elections in large residential societies, where governance, financial transparency and administrative control often become contentious issues.
Further updates are awaited regarding the final election results and any formal complaints filed in connection with the incident.