Local body polls: Andhra Pradesh SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers
The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission has appointed 28 IAS officers as general observers to oversee upcoming local body elections. Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha emphasized the importance of strictly enforcing the Model Code of Conduct and utilizing digital tools for election management.
Why it matters
The appointment of high-level observers is a key administrative step in ensuring the integrity and transparency of democratic processes in local governance.
Local body polls: Andhra Pradesh SEC appoints 28 IAS officers as general observers left State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha wants the poll observers to duly focus on violations of the Model Code of Conduct. File Photo The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/tvzsqi/article71589173.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG_20261008_193928.jpg.jpeg BY ARRANGEMENT VISAKHAPATNAM, Andhra Pradesh, 08/10/2026: Anil Chandra Punetha, State Election Commissioner (SEC) of Andhra Pradesh. BY ARRANGEMENT Punetha highlights the importance of Poll Management App in sharing information on voter management, polling stations and election procedures VIJAYAWADA The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (SEC) has appointed 28 IAS officers as General Observers to oversee the local body election process.
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