State poll chief reviews local body election preparations in Kolhapur
District collector Amol Yedge presented details regarding the local bodies contesting the polls, voter numbers, EVMs, polling station arrangements, and provided a briefing on the ward delimitation schedule.
Waghmare issued clear instructions to implement the ward delimitation according to the timeline provided to the administration. "Verify all facilities, polling stations, and complete the necessary repairs.
The basic amenities like water, electricity, and toilets must be ready at the polling centres. The staff must be trained to make the process transparent and efficient," the poll chief said.
Following the meeting, Waghmare visited the strong room at Karvir tehsil office where the state election commission's EVMs are stored. He inspected the security and management of the EVMs during the visit and expressed satisfaction after examining the arrangements and security system.
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