Poonch: Nodal Officers, Officials imparted training ahead of Assembly Elections-2024

POONCH, AUGUST 20: A comprehensive training session for District and Assembly Constituency-level Nodal Officers and Officials was successfully conducted today here in the conference hall of the DC Office Poonch.

The session aimed to ensure that all officers are well-prepared to handle the various responsibilities associated with the election process.

The Master Trainers provided in-depth guidance on conducting mock polls, highlighting their crucial role in verifying the functioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and fostering confidence among polling staff and voters. Officers were briefed on the systematic procedures required to conduct these mock polls efficiently and without any discrepancies.

The training also focused on expenditure monitoring, outlining the importance of adhering to the expenditure limits set by the Election Commission of India. Guidelines were provided to ensure that election-related expenses are meticulously tracked and managed to maintain the fairness and integrity of the electoral process.

A significant portion of the session was dedicated to enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The importance of strict compliance to the MCC guidelines was stressed to prevent electoral malpractices.

The role of the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) was also covered up extensively. The responsibilities of the Committees for monitoring paid news, election advertisements and media-related activities were discussed in detail.

The efficient material management session provided detailed instructions on the proper handling and distribution of essential election materials such as EVMs, VVPATs and ballot papers to prevent any logistical issues that could potentially disrupt the election process.

The session highlighted the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiatives, which aim to increase mass awareness and voter turnout.

The session included a comprehensive communication plan strategizing effective communication amongst election officers, polling staff and voters.