CEO Pole Promises smooth elections amid ceasefire

Kupwara: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) P K Pole on Friday reassured the people that with the existing ceasefire, there is no cause for concern as preparations for the upcoming elections are well underway.
He said this during his visit to north Kashmir’s Baramulla district where he conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Counting Center and Strong Rooms designated for the 1-Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency at the indoor sports stadium, ensuring a seamless and transparent counting process.
Talking to reporters here, CEO Pole said they are committed to facilitating a conducive environment for polling activities.
Acknowledging the ceasefire in place for the past 3-4 years, he said that a contingency plan is in place to address any unforeseen circumstances.
“The great response from contenders across the spectrum is setting a stage for a spirited contest, with the final touches made to election preparations,” he said.
The nomination deadline ended on Friday, even as the training season for polling parties are nearing completion.
“Final preparations are underway for the elections as Friday was the last day of nominations, with a significant response observed,” he said. “Following the finalisation of candidates, the EVL commissioning is going to start.”
Meanwhile, speaking in Kupwara, CEO Pole urged the eligible individuals to exercise their democratic rights and encourage others to do the same. “Approximately 87 lakh voters are expected to cast their ballots across 11,629 polling stations in the 5 parliamentary constituencies of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.
Commending the people of Kupwara for their consistent engagement in elections, CEO Pole said, “Kupwara has always played a leading role with 60-65 voting percentage or more in elections. We anticipate a high voting percentage this time.”