BARAMULLA: In view of the upcoming General Elections to the Lok Sabha 2024, a comprehensive hands-on training for Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) for all the Sectoral/Zonal Magistrates of the district Baramulla was today held at Dak Bunglow, here.

The training conducted under the guidance and supervision of Deputy District Election Officer and Nodal Officer SVEEP aimed to equip the participants with hands-on experience of utilizing EVMs and VVPATs effectively during the elections.

The training imparted by the master trainer focused on detailed working on EVMs and VVPATs, providing detailed operational knowledge to Sectoral/Zonal Magistrates with an aim to enhance competence and confidence in utilizing these essential electoral tools.

The session also discussed in detail the administrative procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) laid down by the Election Commission of India (ECI) with regard to the operation of EVM-VVPAT and its administrative procedures.

During the session, the Deputy DEO highlighted the significant role of the training in clarifying doubts related to functioning of the machines, thereby enabling the team to execute their duties smoothly and effectively during the election time.