First phase training for Presiding and Polling Officers conducted
Election Observer holds meeting with stakeholders ahead of Panchayat polls
Itanagar, Nov 28: Phase–I Election Training for Presiding Officers and Polling Officers for the upcoming Itanagar Municipal Election 2025 was conducted today at Siddhartha Hall, Gompa Mandir, Itanagar.
The training aimed to enhance the preparedness of polling personnel
through a clear understanding of their roles, responsibilities, legal authority, and procedures essential for ensuring a smooth, fair, and transparent polling process. Officers were also briefed on election procedures, polling station management, and guidelines issued by the State Election Commission.
Sougata Maity, Master Trainer (EVM), delivered an overview of the functioning of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM).
The programme was led by Khoda Lasa, APCS, Assistant Commissioner (Election), who highlighted the crucial role of Presiding Officers in maintaining voting secrecy, preventing malpractice, and ensuring the conduct of a free and fair poll.
A total of 541 polling officials participated in the training programme.