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Jammu, September 25 (HS). Chief Electoral Officer of Jammu and Kashmir, PK Pole visited Rajouri to ensure smooth polling process in all five constituencies of the district including Nowshera, Darhal, Rajouri, Kalakote and Thanamandi on polling day. District Election Officer Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma briefed the CEO about the polling process in the district. He informed that high participation of voters was witnessed in all five constituencies and there was no report of any major incident. He said that adequate arrangements have been made to ensure convenience of voters and maintain order at polling stations.
P.K. Pole inspected the district control room, which plays a key role in coordinating polling activities and resolving any emerging issue. The CEO used the webcasting system to conduct random checks of the status of several polling stations across all five assembly constituencies. This digital monitoring allowed him to assess the behaviour of polling staff, transparency and overall security arrangements without the need for physical inspection. Through webcasting, real-time footage of various polling stations, especially those in far-flung and remote areas, was reviewed, providing a comprehensive picture of election day activities.
Interacting with the control room staff, P.K. Pole appreciated the technology-driven approach that enabled remote monitoring of polling stations. “The use of technology such as webcasting ensures that elections are conducted with greater transparency and accountability. It allows us to keep a close watch on polling activities, ensuring that the electoral process is free, fair and smooth,” he said.
He appreciated the efforts of the district administration led by DEO Abhishek Sharma for successfully managing the election process in various areas of the district. He also appreciated the special arrangements made for Divyang persons and senior citizens to ensure their participation in the democratic process. Deployment of security forces at sensitive polling stations was also appreciated. PK Pole stressed the importance of following the Model Code of Conduct and ensuring that every eligible voter exercises his/her franchise without facing any undue influence or hindrance.