The General Elections Supervisory Board (Bawaslu) has recently raised concerns about potential violations of neutrality in the upcoming regional elections in Central Java. According to Bawaslu, the elections are at risk of being marred by violations committed by village heads and civil servants.
Bawaslu has identified several instances of village heads openly supporting a particular candidate or political party, in clear violation of their duty to remain neutral during the election period. This partiality not only undermines the integrity of the electoral process but also raises concerns about the fairness of the elections.
In addition to village heads, Bawaslu has also flagged the involvement of civil servants in partisan activities. Civil servants are expected to remain neutral and impartial in their roles, particularly during election periods. However, there have been reports of civil servants actively campaigning for specific candidates or parties, which is a clear breach of their code of conduct.
These violations of neutrality by village heads and civil servants not only compromise the integrity of the electoral process but also erode public trust in the fairness of the elections. It is essential for all stakeholders involved in the elections to uphold the principles of neutrality and impartiality to ensure a free and fair electoral process.
Bawaslu has called on the relevant authorities to take swift action to address these violations and ensure that the upcoming regional elections in Central Java are conducted in a fair and transparent manner. It is crucial for all parties involved to adhere to the rules and regulations governing electoral conduct to uphold the principles of democracy and protect the integrity of the electoral process.