The Election Commission of India (ECI), led by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar and Election Commissioners (ECs) Gyanesh Kumar and Dr. SS Sandhu, has commenced a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir to oversee preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections in the Union Territory.

The visit highlights the ECI’s steadfast commitment to ensuring a smooth and transparent electoral process in the region. On the first day, the ECI team held extensive discussions with a wide range of stakeholders, including representatives from national and state-recognized political parties. These interactions aimed to gather valuable insights and address concerns, thereby encouraging active participation in the electoral process.

The team also reviewed poll preparedness with District Election Officers and Superintendents of Police, focusing on critical administrative and security arrangements necessary for the election’s successful conduct. An evening session was dedicated to coordinating efforts among various agencies, with discussions involving the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Special Police Nodal Officer (SPNO), and Central Police Forces (CPMF) Nodal Officer.

Today, the visit will conclude with a final meeting with the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police. The ECI team is scheduled to travel to Jammu later in the day to review enforcement agencies’ readiness and will wrap up the visit with a press conference.