Lok Sabha Elections 2024
General & Security Observers for
2-Srinagar PC visit Pulwama, review Poll Preparedness
PULWAMA, MAY 02: As
the General Election to Lok Sabha 2024 are approaching, General Observer for
2-Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency, Mukul Kumar and Security Observer
Sandeep Singh Chouhan Thursday made a visit to Pulwama to review the poll
preparedness of the district.
District Election
Officer (DEO) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom provided a comprehensive briefing to
the chair through a detailed presentation, highlighting the district's
preparedness and strategies for smooth conduct of the elections.
The DEO gave a
detailed overview of arrangements including SVEEP, Material Management,
Manpower Plan, Transport Plan, EVM Management, arrangements at polling stations
and Distribution cum Receipt Centres (DCRC), and other measures undertaken for
smooth and peaceful conduct of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections in the
district.
It was informed
that as many as 4,03,795 registered electorates are exercising their franchise
in the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections-2024 in the four Assembly Constituencies of
the district.
The DEO assured the
Observers of the administration’s full preparedness to ensure free, fair and
peaceful elections. Measures such as providing facilities for voters including
ramps for persons with disabilities were highlighted to enhance the voting
experience.
While reviewing the
status of polling stations, the DEO informed that a total 479 polling stations
are established in the designated locations in the district, besides 12 Special
Polling stations are also established in different locations of the district.
Furthermore, Senior
Superintendents of Police (SSPs) Pulwama and Awantipora briefed on the security
plan to ensure a safe and secure electoral environment.
The Observers also
visited the Joint Control Room and the Media Certification and Monitoring
Committee (MCMC) to ensure that all election-related communications are in
compliance with the guidelines set by the Election Commission. Monitoring and
regulating campaign advertisements and communication are essential to maintain
fairness in the electoral process.
Furthermore,
Observers inspected the Dispatch cum Receipt Centre (DcRC) established at
Degree College Women Pulwama, 35-Rajpora Assembly Constituency, to review the
arrangements in place for the timely and secure dispatch of election materials.
Ensuring the smooth logistics of election materials is vital for the efficient
conduct of polling day operations.
Later observers
conducted a thorough examination of the existing security protocols and
infrastructure at the District Police Lines. Discussions were held with senior
officials and key stakeholders to evaluate the effectiveness of current
strategies and identify areas for improvement.
During the visit,
emphasis was placed on leveraging modern technologies and intelligence-gathering
techniques to strengthen preemptive measures against potential security
threats. Additionally, collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies
and the local community were highlighted as integral to maintaining peace and
security in the district.