Dear Editor
Thousand of litres of petrol and diesel are wasted during rallies organised by different political parties during election campaigns and during protests. Some leaders organise big rallies just to show their strength. On the one hand, people are being asked to save oil. In this age of electronic media, there is no need of rallies. They can convey their views on TVs, mobile phones, newspapers and other sources. Election Commission should allow each political party a fixed the number of rallies. If an MLA or MP resigns or his seat falls vacant due to some reason, the next highest vote getting candidate should be given the seat. This will save crores of rupees spent on byelections.
Shamsher Chand
Kathua
