DEO Shopian visits polling stations of AC Shopian, takes appraisal of AMF, other preparations

SHOPIAN, SEPTEMBER 13: The District Election Officer (DEO) Shopian, Mohammad Shahid Saleem Dar today undertook an extensive visit to several polling stations of 37- Shopian Assembly Constituency, in order to inspect and review on- ground preparations for the smooth conduct of the Assembly elections, being held on 18th September.

DEO inspected polling stations located at Kathohallen, Nagbal and Narpora. He also visited special polling stations including PwD managed polling station at Sindoo, Shirmal and Green Polling stations at Bori Hallan.

The inspection encompassed a thorough examination of various assured minimum facilities including provision of water, power, ramps, wheel chairs, etc.

DEO assessed the arrangements with a particular focus on the provision of wheelchairs, ramps and other enabling facilities for elderly voters and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in line with commitment to a voter- friendly environment.

The DEO was accompanied by Nodal Officer, Special polling stations and other concerned officials who were asked to make appropriate arrangements at the Polling stations for the polling staff and voters.