CHP to audit mayors with new performance monitoring system ahead of elections

Facing criticism after several mayors were arrested on corruption charges, the CHP aims to rebuild its reputation by instituting a systematic review of its local officials. Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu pledged a “cleansing process” that will begin with a performance monitoring system launched next year, evaluating mayors on criteria such as project execution, financial stewardship, human-resources handling and public relations, plus comprehensive checks of municipal finances and tender processes.

Those deemed suspicious or underperforming will not receive party endorsement in the next election cycle. The party also intends to convene its mayors soon to tighten central authority. Meanwhile, CHP lawmakers will gather for a camp in the Abant district of Bolu from September 25-27, where Kılıçdaroğlu will attend to outline the agenda for the new parliamentary session.