- Emphasizes accuracy, transparency and timely completion of process
BUDGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan who is also the District Panchayat Election Officer, today chaired a comprehensive to review the revision of the Panchayat Electoral Roll with reference to April 1, 2026 as the qualifying date. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the modalities, timelines, and procedures for carrying out the revision exercise across all Panchayat constituencies of the district.
The DC stressed the importance of maintaining an accurate and updated electoral roll to ensure a free, fair, and transparent electoral process at the grassroots level. Officers were directed to undertake meticulous verification of the existing electoral rolls to facilitate inclusion of all eligible voters who have attained the age as on the qualifying date, while ensuring deletion of duplicate and ineligible entries. He emphasized strict adherence to guidelines and timelines prescribed for the revision process.
The DC also highlighted the need for robust coordination among departments and field-level functionaries to ensure smooth conduct of the exercise. He instructed officials to intensify awareness efforts so that eligible citizens are encouraged to participate actively in the revision process.
Further, the meeting reviewed preparedness at various levels, including availability of manpower and logistical arrangements required for the exercise. Necessary directions were issued to ensure that the entire process is conducted in a transparent, efficient, and time-bound manner. Besides , Dy. Election officer Budgam, all SDMs, CAO, CHO, all Tehsildar’s, all BDOs, were present in the meeting.


