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First randomisation of counting staff held in Bandipora

This crucial step was overseen by the District Election Officer (DEO) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, ensuring a transparent and fair election process
07:10 AM Oct 04, 2024 IST | GK NEWS SERVICE
First randomisation of counting staff held in Bandipora
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Bandipora, Oct 3: In preparation for the counting of votes scheduled for October 8 for the Assembly Elections 2024, the first randomization of counting staff for the three Assembly constituencies of Bandipora District was successfully conducted today at the Mini Secretariat.

This crucial step was overseen by the District Election Officer (DEO) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, ensuring a transparent and fair election process.

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Returning Officers for constituencies 14 - Sonawari, 15 - Bandipora, and 16 - Gurez participated in the randomization through virtual means.

To uphold the integrity of the process, the randomization was conducted using specialized software in accordance with the guidelines of the Election Commission of India. The entire procedure was video recorded to further ensure transparency.

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Following the randomization, a training program was held for the selected counting staff, during which their roles and responsibilities were thoroughly discussed to ensure that they are well-prepared for counting day.

The training program covered various aspects, including the counting process, handling of control units, and the importance of maintaining accuracy and impartiality.

Among those present were Dy. DEO Mohammad Rafeeq Bhat, CEO Kishor Kumar, Dy. CEO Dr G. M. Pujoo, the District Informatics Officer, and other concerned officials.

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