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India is witnessing a surge in COVID cases due to the new Omicron variant. With a rise in spread of the virus, the Election Commission seem to have hit a wall on the conduct of the assembly polls in five states this year. The commission is formulating alternatives, with most political parties planning a hybrid model for campaigning and go digital. The panel may also impose stricter restrictions on physical rallies and issue advisories to political parties to opt for self-restraint or conduct digital, smaller rallies. But, what are digital rallies and how it may help curb the surge in COVID cases. Watch the video to know more.