Palamu: Jharkhand Assembly Election Vote Counting to Begin on November 23

Vote counting to be held at GLA College premises with tight security arrangements.

Key Points:

• Counting begins at 8 AM on November 23 in Palamu.

• Tri-layered security deployed at the GLA College premises.

• First trends expected to emerge by 9 AM.

JAMSHEDPUR – Preparations for the Jharkhand Assembly elections vote counting have been finalized, with strict adherence to security protocols.

Palamu district election officials have ensured that arrangements for the vote counting process at GLA College are comprehensive and secure.

District Commissioner Shashi Ranjan, accompanied by election observers and senior officers, conducted an inspection of the counting site.

During the visit, he reviewed arrangements in the counting rooms and assessed the security measures in place.

Officials involved in the preparations received specific instructions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.

Meanwhile, a full-dress rehearsal for the counting day was conducted under the direct supervision of the District Commissioner.

Tight Security for Transparent Vote Counting

The district administration has pledged to ensure an impartial and transparent vote-counting process.

Shashi Ranjan stated, "The administration is committed to maintaining transparency in the counting process, adhering strictly to the guidelines of the Election Commission of India."

Tri-layered security arrangements have been put in place at the counting center.

Personnel from security forces, along with magistrates, will be stationed at strategic points to prevent any disturbances.

Multiple CCTV cameras have been installed to monitor activities at the site, supplemented by videography and still photography.

Election Day Protocols

Counting will commence at 8 AM on November 23, with the first trends expected to surface around 9 AM.

The administration will keep a close watch on the candidates and their supporters, especially during post-results celebrations.

Shashi Ranjan warned that displaying weapons during victory processions would invite strict action.

Any such violations will be accounted for in the election expenditure.

Five assembly constituencies in Palamu district are set for vote counting.

The Election Commission’s guidelines will be meticulously followed throughout the process.