ECI convenes meeting with DEOs
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, October 07 2021:
Election Commission of India (ECI) today held a virtual meeting with the District Election Officers (DEOs) of all districts of the State and officers concerned of the Chief Electoral Office, Manipur.
During the meeting, Deputy Election Commissioner, Nitesh Vyas discussed the status of poll preparedness and special summary revision in the State as well as the responsibilities of the DEOs in successful conduct of the election.
The agenda which were discussed during the meeting include�refining of electoral rolls and electoral photo identity card related issues, Polling Stations rationalization, human resources, training of operation of EVMs and VVPATs, training of election manpower, election material, law & order and district specific issues during State Assembly election in 2017, enrolment of 18�21 age group voters, amongst others.
The DEOs also highlighted the issues and shortcomings in the preparation for the forthcoming general election.
The ECI assured maximum support and assistance for the smooth conduct of the poll in Manipur, Vyas said and added that medical certificates for PwDs will be required only for application of postal ballots.
He also emphasized the significance of conducting Pre-FLCs (First Level Checking).
Issues concerning conditions of warehouses and strong rooms as well as intermediate strong rooms were discussed and expenditure sensitive matter was highlighted at the meeting.
The DEOs were instructed to recover arms on time and ensure provision of Assured Minimum Facility (AMF) in all polling stations.
The meeting was attended by CEO, Manipur, Rajesh Agarwal; Additional CEO, Manipur, N Praveen Singh; Joint CEOs, Manipur, Ramananda Nongmeikapam and Md Daulat Khan among others.