Jaipur. District Election Officer Sandesh Nayak has directed officials to ensure seamless arrangements for the upcoming fourth phase of the Panchayati Raj general elections. During a high-level meeting held at the Collectorate auditorium, the administration focused on maintaining the integrity, independence, and peaceful conduct of the voting process across the district.
The fourth phase will cover four panchayat samitis, including Bassi, Tunga, Jamwaramgarh, and Andhi. A total of 140 gram panchayats are scheduled to go to the polls, with 446 designated polling stations prepared to facilitate voter participation. The District Election Officer emphasized that all necessary amenities, such as shade, clean drinking water, electricity, and sanitation facilities, must be fully functional at every location to ensure a comfortable experience for the electorate.
To support the voting process, the administration has allocated 1,086 ballot units and an equal number of control units. Specifically, Bassi will utilize 145 polling stations, Tunga will have 74, Jamwaramgarh is set for 129, and Andhi will operate 98 stations. Furthermore, the district has secured 194 reserve units for both ballot and control functions to address any technical contingencies that may arise during the polling day.
Addressing the election personnel, Nayak acknowledged the successful and peaceful completion of the previous three phases and urged the team to maintain the same standard of diligence for the final leg. He specifically instructed that all logistical preparations be finalized before the upcoming Diwali festivities to avoid any last-minute disruptions.
The meeting was attended by key administrative figures, including Additional District Collectors Rajiv Dwivedi, Narendra Kumar Verma, Devyani, and Rajendra Singh, alongside Deputy District Election Officer Meghraj Singh Meena and other department heads. The administration remains committed to providing a secure and efficient environment for all voters participating in this democratic exercise.