KISHTWAR: In the run-up to Lok Sabha Elections 2024, the second round of training for Presiding Officers (POs) and Polling Officers commenced here today.

The training program was conducted under the overall supervision of District Election Officer Kishtwar, Dr. Devansh Yadav and close supervision of AROs of three ACs at six designated Centers.

As many as 810 POs and Polling Officers (P1) were imparted hands-on training by District Level Master Trainers (DLMTs) under the guidance of NLMT, ECI/Training Incharge, Riaz Ahmed Butt.

The polling staff was exhorted to understand and adhere to rules and regulations diligently and perform their duties with utmost dedication, zeal and zest.

Furthermore, emphasis was laid on maintaining mutual cooperation and support during the election process. Thrust was also placed on learning and strictly adhering to timeliness.

The Master Trainers imparted training related to VVPAT/EVM and other election-related activities including documents, besides discussing duties and precautions to be observed by Presiding Officers.