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Kashmir’s Chief Electoral Officer, P K Pole on Sunday (7th April 2024) visited Ganderbal and conducted a thorough review of preparations being put in place for the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections. He chaired a meeting of the Nodal Officers and AROs, wherein District Election Officer Shyambir, presented the comprehensive plan details of major components of the election preparedness. The CEO took a detailed review of critical components of the ongoing election process including Transport plan, training to poll staff, Material Management, manpower, SVEEP, MCC, Special Polling Stations, status of special polling stations and media monitoring etc.
The CEO emphasized for conducting SVEEP activities in Higher Secondary Schools, colleges activating Electoral Literacy Clubs and other areas where voter turnout remained low in past elections. He also exhorted for conducting innovative activities under SVEEP to ensure that every eligible voter is empowered to exercise his franchise.
The CEO also visited the Strong Room and had a detailed inspection of arrangements. He also inspected the functioning of District Election Control Room, Social Media Monitoring Cell and Medial Monitoring room and enquired about the daily activities of these teams.