SRINAGAR AUGUST 22: District Election Officer (DEO) Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat on Thursday inspected the designated Strong Room and Counting Centres being established at SKICC here for all 08 Assembly constituencies of Srinagar District.
The inspection was undertaken to assess the preparedness regarding facilities and security measures for the seamless conduct of the upcoming General Election to Legislative Assembly-2024 in the District.
During the visit, the DEO reviews the arrangements and facilities at Strong Room and Counting Centres for all 08 Assembly Constituencies viz 19-Hazratbal, 20-Khanyar, 21-Habbakadal, 22-LalChowk, 23-Chanapora, 24-Zadibal, 25-Eidgah 26-Central Shalteng.
During the inspection, the DEO stressed to the concerned Officers to take necessary measures to ensure that all required arrangements are put in place well in advance to facilitate a smooth and efficient election-related process.
He also emphasized placing adequate spaces for counters to be placed at Counting Halls in order to avoid any cluttering during management of election related materials.
The DEO also stressed strict adherence to prescribed standards of Election Commission of India to uphold the integrity and fairness of the electoral process.
He stressed on proper handling/management of election material besides ensuring efficient and secure mechanisms for its storage.
Deputy District Election Officer, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Nodal Officers and other officials accompanied the DEO Srinagar during his visit.
