Nagarkurnool: District Collector Hemanth Keshav Patil inspected the warehouse storing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines near the Nagarkurnool Collectorate on Wednesday, along with representatives of recognised political parties, to review their security and maintenance arrangements.
During the inspection, the Collector thoroughly examined the EVMs and VVPAT machines stored in the warehouse. He also checked the records related to the storage of the machines, maintenance registers and other important documents, and sought details from the concerned officials. He reviewed the security measures being implemented at the warehouse and the procedures followed for maintaining records.
On this occasion, the Collector emphasised that EVMs and VVPAT machines play a crucial role in the electoral process and that continuous vigilance is essential to ensure their safety and proper maintenance. Officials stressed the importance of maintaining the warehouse, safeguarding the machines and keeping all related records systematically in accordance with the guidelines of the Election Commission.
Representatives of recognised political parties M.D. Hussain and Balakrishna participated in the inspection. District Election Division Supervisory Officer Ravikumar, DT Kalpana and other concerned election department staff were also present.
