DEO, SSP inspect Control Room, MCMC in Rajouri

Rajouri, Aug 27: District Election Officer (DEO) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Randeep Kumar carried out a comprehensive inspection of the Control Room and the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) setup in Rajouri today. They also visited Kalakote to review the preparedness of polling stations and the strong room facilities.

During the inspection, the DEO and SSP emphasized the need for stringent monitoring of E-Vigil, webcasting services, and the dedicated election helpline at the Control Room and MCMC.

DEO Abhishek Sharma directed the officials stationed to keep a close watch on social media platforms and thoroughly scrutinize print and electronic media to identify any instances of violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) paid media and advertisements. Later, the DEO and SSP visited Kalakote, where they inspected polling stations at GMS Balli Bhavan and GHSS Sailsui.

DEO Sharma instructed the officials to ensure the proper management of these stations and to enhance public awareness, especially among migrating voters. He emphasized the importance of conveying information to these voters to ensure their participation.

The DEO also inspected the strong rooms established at GHSS Sailsui and GHSS Kalakote, where he issued directives for a comprehensive security and strict compliance to SOPs.

DEO Abhishek Sharma underscored the importance of coordination among all officials to ensure free and fair elections in the region. He was accompanied by ADC Kalakote Tanveer Ahmed, Tehsildar, Executive Engineer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and other district and sectoral officers during the inspections.