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On candidates visiting religious centres during the campaign, Senthil said they may visit temples, churches or mosques, but should not seek votes inside any such religious centres. “Action will be taken against candidates if they are found misusing religious centres to canvas votes. MANGALURU: As many as 13 candidates, including sitting MP Nalin Kumar Kateel from BJP and Mithun M Rai from the Congress, are in fray for election to Dakshina Kannada Parliamentary constituency.While Friday was the last day to withdraw nominations, one out of 14 candidates decided to remain out of fray. They will be permanently disqualified to contest any election in future if found guilty and there are provision to take action against priests of such religious centres too,” he added. Meanwhile, Ismail Shafi K has withdrawn his candidature on Friday.Deputy commissioner S Sasikanth Senthil, who is also the returning officer, said the Election Commission will monitor closely the campaign trails of all political parties and independent candidates to check violation of model code of conduct..