Officials told to gear up for urban local body polls in A.P.

Officials told to gear up for urban local body polls in A.P. Addressing a meeting, Municipal Administration and Urban Development Principal Secretary stresses adherence to State Election Commission guidelines, cautioning that even minor lapses could attract serious consequences GUNTUR Officials should make preparations to ensure that the municipal elections are conducted transparently and peacefully, said Municipal Administration and Urban Development Principal Secretary S. Suresh Kumar. Virtually addressing a regional preparedness meeting in Guntur on Tuesday, Mr. Suresh Kumar said the election notification was likely soon and urged officials to complete preparatory work. He stressed adherence to State Election Commission guidelines, cautioning that even minor lapses could attract serious consequences. Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration P.