Single Phase Polls Suggested for Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced that Tamil Nadu parties suggested single-phase Assembly elections, with a decision pending. He praised the electoral roll update and committed to improved polling amenities. New initiatives include early postal ballot counting and VVPAT checks for transparency.
- Country:
- India
Tamil Nadu's political landscape could see a significant shift as parties push for single-phase Assembly elections. The Election Commission, led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, is considering this proposal, with details to follow upon the schedule announcement.
Addressing recent developments, Kumar commended the state's successful electoral roll update, highlighting it as a national model. Furthermore, he reassured citizens about enhanced amenities at 75,000 polling stations across the state.
In transparency efforts, Kumar detailed new electoral processes. Mandatory VVPAT counting will support vote accuracy, and candidates may verify EVM results post-count. Postal ballots are set to be counted earlier than EVM rounds, underscoring the Commission's commitment to improving electoral integrity.
ALSO READ
-
Tamil Nadu's Electoral Roll Success Sets New Standards for India
-
Maruti Suzuki Automates Driving Test Tracks Across Tamil Nadu
-
Taking into account all factors, a decision will be taken on how many phases polls should be held in Tamil Nadu: CEC Gyanesh Kumar.
-
SIR in Tamil Nadu a model for country, great success: CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Chennai press conference.
-
At press conference, CEC Gyanesh Kumar assures all amenities will be provided in all 75,000 polling stations in Tamil Nadu.
Google News