In Jammu and Kashmir, in order to ensure the democratic participation of all eligible voters, Postal ballot voting at Postal Voting Centres (PVCs), under Absentee voters on Essential Services (AVES) category was successfully conducted in District Samba yesterday for three assembly constituencies of Ramgarh, Vijaypur and Samba. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that of 136 employees from different departments, who opted for the postal ballot voting, 78 employees availed the facility voting on 20th and 21st April. The postal ballot option emerged as a beacon of accessibility, allowing employees to fulfil their civic duty without the constraints of physical presence at polling stations.
Meanwhile, District Election Officer Abhishek Sharma along with other officers reviewed the preparedness for the upcoming elections in the Samba district, including home voting. He also assessed security measures and logistical arrangements and directed all concerned stakeholders to ensure a smooth and transparent process for the electoral process.
Disclaimer: This press release is sourced from News On AIR, Prasar Bharti and Press Information Bureau India (PIB).
