Assembly Elections 2024-DEO Kathua discussed the modalities of the upcoming elections | News India

Kathua, September 03 (HS). District Election Officer Kathua Dr. Rakesh Minhas chaired a meeting with Returning Officers and Assistant Returning Officers to discuss various important aspects related to the upcoming assembly elections.

During the meeting Dr. Minhas held detailed discussions on the essential election procedures starting from the issuance of election notification to the processes of nomination, scrutiny, withdrawal of candidates and allotment of symbols. He emphasized the importance of strictly following the guidelines laid down by the Election Commission of India and the regular advisories issued by the Election Department as well as the procedures mentioned in the RO Handbook. The DEO emphasized the need for the designated officers to ensure all necessary measures including security of the RO and ARO offices.

He stressed the importance of maintaining the decorum and integrity of the electoral process, both in letter and spirit. To enhance understanding of the election processes, a mock drill of the entire nomination process was conducted, thereby providing practical experience to the officials and strengthening their preparedness for the forthcoming elections.