The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama Dr. Basharat Qayoom, who is also the District Election Officer Saturday conducted a comprehensive inspection of strong rooms and dispatch and receipt centres for the Pampore and Tral assembly constituencies. The visit also focused on coordinating traffic management arrangements for polling parties.
Accompanied by key officials including SSP Awantipora, ADC Pulwama, ADC Awantipora, Deputy District Election Officer Pulwama, and other concerned authorities, Dr. Basharat ensured meticulous scrutiny of logistical arrangements to facilitate a smooth electoral process.
The inspection emphasized the importance of robust security measures at strong rooms to safeguard election materials and maintain the integrity of the electoral process. Dr. Basharat underscored the need for seamless coordination between various stakeholders to uphold the sanctity of the democratic exercise.
In addition to overseeing strong rooms, the DC assessed traffic management plans to streamline the movement of polling parties on Election Day. The collaborative efforts of the district administration, law enforcement agencies, and election officials aim to ensure efficient polling operations and minimize disruptions.
Dr. Basharat expressed confidence in the preparedness of the administration to conduct free, fair, and transparent elections in the Pampore and Tral assembly segments. He reiterated the administration's commitment to upholding democratic principles and facilitating a conducive environment for voter participation.
The DC further directed EROs and AEROs to intensify SVEEP activities across their respective jurisdictions.