General Observer Reviews Poll Preparedness in Budgam Constituency
BUDGAM: As part of preparations for the upcoming Bye-Elections to the 27–Assembly Constituency Budgam, the General Observer appointed by the Election Commission of India (ECI), Bhor Singh Yadav, conducted an extensive tour of various polling stations across the constituency to review readiness and ensure compliance with ECI guidelines.
During the visit, the General Observer inspected several polling stations, including Government Boys Middle School Waterwani, Government Boys Middle School Dadina, Government Boys Middle School Labartal (East and West), Government High School Parisabad, Government Primary School Abadpora, Government Girls Middle School Sholipora (East and West), Government Higher Secondary School Sholipora, Panchayat Ghar Sholipora, Government Girls Middle School Potlibagh, and Government Primary School Betabagh.
He reviewed key arrangements such as basic amenities, accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), lighting, sanitation facilities, communication networks, and security provisions. Emphasizing strict adherence to the Commission’s directions, Yadav instructed officials to ensure a smooth, transparent, and voter-friendly polling process.
The General Observer also interacted with sector and zonal officers, seeking feedback on polling team preparedness, transportation logistics, and contingency measures. He commended the district administration for its efforts and called for continued coordination among election, police, and allied departments to ensure free, fair, and peaceful elections.
Expressing satisfaction with the arrangements in place, Yadav advised officials to address any minor logistical gaps well before polling day.
He was accompanied by senior officers from the District Election Office Budgam, representatives of the Returning Officer’s team, and local election staff during the visit.
