DEO Rajouri reviews measures for strengthening MCC enforcement

RAJOURI, SEPTEMBER 12: In a significant step towards ensuring the smooth conduct of the upcoming Assembly Elections 2024, District Election Officer (DEO), Abhishek Sharma, chaired a meeting with Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars, here today to review the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and election preparedness in the district.

During the meeting, the DEO emphasized the critical role of Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars in enforcing the MCC and ensuring fair, transparent and peaceful elections. He directed the officers to remain vigilant and ensure that the MCC is strictly adhered to by all political parties and candidates, preventing any violations that could disrupt the electoral process. He urged the officers to take prompt and decisive action in cases of any breach.

The DEO also highlighted the importance of the proper functioning of the Static Surveillance Teams (SST) and Flying Squad Teams (FST), tasked with monitoring the movement of cash, liquor, and other items intended to unduly influence voters. The officers were instructed to ensure round-the-clock monitoring and report any suspicious activities immediately to the district control room.

Further, the DEO laid stress on maintaining law and order across the district during the election period. He called for close coordination with law enforcement agencies to prevent any incidents of violence or disruption and to create an atmosphere conducive to peaceful voting.

Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Rajouri, Rajiv Sharma, who was also present in the meeting, assured full support from the district administration in implementing the directions. He reiterated the need for active collaboration among different departments and officials to ensure the successful execution of election duties.

Tehsildars and Naib Tehsildars shared their field-level updates and discussed critical issues regarding enforcement of the MCC.

The DEO assured them of full support and provided solutions to address any logistical or operational issues.

The meeting concluded with the DEO urging all officers to work with dedication and responsibility in the weeks leading up to the elections, ensuring that Rajouri district witnesses free, fair, and peaceful elections.