The local elections in the neighborhood of Cesneli in March 31, 2004 saw a competition between 3 candidates for the position of muhtar. Following the opening of the ballot boxes, Cavit Kaya emerged as the winner with 128 votes. The other candidates, Ali Avcı received 127 votes and Mehmet Akbulut received 116 votes.
After the election results were submitted to the District Election Board, Ali Avcı, who lost by one vote, filed a complaint claiming that muhtar candidate Cavit Kaya had cast votes in two separate ballot boxes and this was recorded in the minutes. The District Election Board found merit in the complaint and decided to annul the election. The annulled election will be held again on Sunday, June 2.
The decision to annul the election has caused a stir in the local community, with supporters of both candidates expressing their dissatisfaction with the outcome. The close margin between the candidates and the allegations of voter fraud have added to the tension surrounding the re-election that is scheduled to take place in June.
The re-election process is expected to be closely monitored by election observers to ensure transparency and fairness in the voting process. Both candidates are gearing up for the upcoming election, with each side mobilizing their supporters and campaigning vigorously to secure victory in the second round of voting.
As the date for the re-election draws near, the residents of Cesneli are anxiously awaiting the outcome of the vote, hoping for a fair and legitimate result that will reflect the will of the people. The controversy surrounding the annulled election has sparked debate and discussion within the community, underscoring the importance of democratic principles and the need for free and fair elections in local townships.
