CEC Gyanesh Kumar arrives in J-K on three-day visit, to interact with Booth Level Officers in Budgam
Srinagar, June 28
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday arrived in Srinagar on Sunday on a three-day visit to Jammu & Kashmir.
During the visit, CEC Kumar will interact Booth Level Officers in Budgam.
He also intereacted with reporters upon arrival at the Srinagar airport and said, "We will be interacting with voters across the beautiful valleys of Jammu and Kashmir, and specifically with the Booth Level Officers in Budgam, who serve as the cornerstone of the Election Commission. After these interactions, we will also enjoy the magnificent scenery of Kashmir".
During the visit, CEC will participate in various programmes across the Valley aimed at engaging with voters, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in Budgam district, also meeting other electoral stakeholders, and the field-level election machinery.
He will also review various electoral initiatives being undertaken at the grassroots level.
CEC was warmly received upon his arrival at Sheikh-ul-Alam International Airport by the Chief Electoral Officer, J&K, Sanjeev Verma, the Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, and other senior officers from the Administration and the Election Department.
The visit is part of the Election Commission of India's continued efforts to strengthen engagement with voters and electoral stakeholders, enhance field-level preparedness, and further promote democratic participation and electoral awareness.
Gyanesh Kumar took charge as the 26th Chief Election Commissioner of India on February 19, 2025.
— ANI
Reader Comments
"Enjoy the magnificent scenery of Kashmir" — that part made me smile. But honestly, I hope the visit is not just a photo op. The real test will be ensuring free and fair elections in the Valley, especially after the abrogation of Article 370. Let's see if this leads to tangible changes.
CEC sahab ki Budgam mein interaction — bahut badhiya initiative hai. BLOs are the real champs on the ground. But I just hope the election machinery stays neutral and committed. Jammu & Kashmir deserves a clean, transparent electoral process. Let's not let politics overshadow democracy.
Kashmir has beautiful valleys and resilient voters. The CEC saying he'll enjoy the scenery is nice, but I wish more emphasis was placed on security for women voters and accessibility for the elderly. Still, a step in the right direction. Let's wait and see.
Honestly, this is the kind of outreach we need from the EC. The BLOs are the ones who make sure no voter is left behind. Just hoping the local administration doesn't create any hurdles. Budgam deserves a proper, problem-free election. Good luck to the team! 🤞
A three-day visit to J-K is positive, but I wish there was a clearer roadmap on how voter registration drives will be handled for first-time voters in the Valley. Many young people are still confused about the process. CEC ji, please make this a priority!
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