In a powerful appeal for electoral integrity, Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) Chairman Adam Shamil has highlighted the profound, long-term consequences of the democratic process, stating that an honest vote casts a positive shadow that stretches across many generations.
The Chairman's comments came during an exclusive interview with PSM News, where he urgently called upon the public to uphold the highest standards of honesty in the ongoing local council elections, women’s development committee elections, and national referendum voting.
Shamil emphasised that the foundation of a fair election rests on every single matter related to the process being conducted with unwavering integrity. He framed this not merely as an individual choice but as a critical national duty.
"Our appeal is to fulfill our national duty by putting integrity first in voting, organising polling and related matters," he said.
Shamil elaborated that the impact of honest decisions made at the ballot box does not yield immediate results but instead establishes a legacy of good governance and stability that benefits the people for years to come.
Underpinning this call to action is a stern warning from the Commission itself. The ACC confirmed it is actively investigating a stream of complaints concerning election-related bribery and the misuse of state resources. These investigations, sourced from media reports and direct public complaints, will be treated as criminal cases and pursued in strict adherence to the standards of the criminal justice system.
The Commission issued a direct, two-fold plea to the public—first, to never offer bribes to influence a vote, and second, to steadfastly reject any bribes offered by others. The ACC underscored that properly exercising one's legal right to vote is a fundamental responsibility, and safeguarding the electoral process from corruption is essential to ensuring that every vote truly counts, shaping a more just and prosperous future for all.