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Raipur, 13 November (HS). State Election Commissioner Ajay Singh took a review meeting through video conferencing with the Collector and District Election Officers regarding the preparations for the local body elections. He reviewed all the necessary preparations to conduct the election process in a smooth and fair manner. Various important points were discussed in detail in the meeting so that all the election related processes can be completed on time and in the right manner.
State Election Commissioner Ajay Singh directed the district election officers to make the election rolls completely correct. Instructions were given to remove any kind of error in the list so that the name of every eligible voter is included in the list and they can ensure their right to vote. He said that the names of all voters who have completed 18 years of age by October 1, 2024 must be included in the list.
Regarding the process of adding names to the voter list, Singh said that now after amendment in the provision by the government, it can be done through application in the prescribed format and by the registration officer on its own motion. He prominently told all the District Election Officers to add the names of all eligible voters as of October 1. Regarding the appointment of Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officer, State Election Commissioner Ajay Singh said that ensure the appointment of qualified and trained personnel so that all the processes can be done properly during the elections. These officers have an important contribution in the election process, hence instructions were given to maintain complete transparency and fairness in their appointment.
He took information from the collectors of all the districts regarding the arrangements and training of the election personnel and stressed on proper arrangements and training of all the personnel involved in the elections. He said that by providing training to the election personnel, they will be able to face the challenges faced during the elections. He directed the officials to organize timely and high-level training programs so that no irregularities take place on the election day. He asked for coordination with nearby districts for proper arrangement of employees.
Regarding the arrangement of election material, State Election Commissioner Singh said that all the necessary material should be available on time. Apart from this, he also asked to pay attention to the quality of these materials so that there is no shortage of any kind in the electoral process. Budget allocation and requirements were also discussed in the review meeting. The State Election Commissioner said that it is necessary to have adequate budget to run the election process smoothly. He directed the officials to fulfill all the budget provisions and other requirements required in the elections. He asked to establish a control room and complaint cell at the district level for all election related proceedings to help the common citizens.
On this occasion, State Election Commission Secretary Dr. Sarveshwar Narendra Bhure, Collectors and District Election Officers of all the districts, Deputy District Election Officers, Deputy Secretaries Dr. Neha Kapoor and Alok Srivastava and other officers were present.