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isuse of State resources, distribution of state benefits, intimidation of party workers and other civilians' were also reported to CMEV, the report said. The CMEV urged the Election Commissioner 'to take the speedy action necessary to ensure that such a violation of democratic rights does not take place
CMEV said a number of CTB buses were seen parked in front of the TMVP office in Batticaloa town, and there were no viable explanations for their presence. The CMEV state resources were likely being misued at the location