In preparation for the upcoming general elections, a mock poll was held at the EVM godown in Rajendranagar. The event was organized by the First Level Checking team to familiarize political party representatives and ECL engineers with the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs). Collector Harish and other officials participated in the program to observe the mock poll and address any questions. The goal was to ensure everyone understood the voting process. By conducting mock polls on VVPATs, participants learned how the voting equipment works and its importance.
During the event, Collector Harish stressed the need for cooperation among political parties to ensure fair and transparent elections. He urged all representatives to follow the rules and regulations during the polling process. This collective effort will create a fair electoral environment and uphold democratic principles. District Revenue Officer Haripriya and election department officials played an active role in coordinating the mock poll. The presence of representatives from different political parties increased engagement and awareness about the upcoming elections.
As the program ended, participants left with a better understanding of EVMs and VVPATs, empowering them to play a more informed and responsible role in the electoral process. The successful conduct of the mock poll was an important step towards ensuring the integrity and transparency of the upcoming general elections in Rajendranagar, Rangareddy district.
