Vote Counting Begins for Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana Assembly Elections
The counting of votes for the assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana is set to start at 8 am on Tuesday. The elections in Jammu and Kashmir were held in three phases on September 18, 25, and October 1, while Haryana’s elections concluded on October 5.
Counting Process in Haryana
Haryana Chief Electoral Officer Pankaj Agarwal announced that 93 counting centers have been established across 22 districts for the 90 assembly constituencies. Special arrangements include two counting centers each for Badshahpur, Gurugram, and Pataudi constituencies. A total of 90 counting observers have been appointed to oversee the process.
Security is tight with 30 companies of Central Armed Police Forces and around 12,000 police personnel deployed. The counting centers are under a three-tier security system, and CCTV cameras are installed for monitoring. Unauthorized access is restricted, and mobile phones are not allowed inside the centers.
Counting Process in Jammu and Kashmir
Chief Electoral Officer PK Pole stated that counting will begin at 7:30 am for postal ballots and 8 am for EVMs. The process will take place in 25 locations for territorial polling stations and 3 locations for migrant polling stations. Security is ensured with a triple-layer system around the EVMs.
Exit polls suggest a win for Congress in Haryana and an advantage for the National Conference-Congress alliance in Jammu and Kashmir. The results will be available on the Election Commission’s website and the Voter Helpline App.
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Assembly Elections -: Assembly elections are held to choose representatives for the legislative assembly of a state in India. These representatives make important decisions and laws for the state.
Jammu and Kashmir -: Jammu and Kashmir is a region in northern India, known for its beautiful mountains and valleys. It has its own legislative assembly where elected members make decisions for the region.
Haryana -: Haryana is a state in northern India, known for its agriculture and industries. It also has its own legislative assembly where elected members make decisions for the state.
Central Armed Police Forces -: Central Armed Police Forces are special security forces in India that help maintain law and order. They are often deployed during elections to ensure safety and security.
Postal Ballots -: Postal ballots are votes cast by people who cannot be present at the polling station on election day. They send their votes by mail, and these are counted separately.
EVMs -: EVMs, or Electronic Voting Machines, are used in India to record votes during elections. They make the voting process faster and more efficient.
Exit Polls -: Exit polls are surveys conducted after people have voted, asking them who they voted for. These polls try to predict the outcome of the election before the official results are announced.
Congress -: Congress is one of the major political parties in India. It has been a significant player in Indian politics for many years.
National Conference -: The National Conference is a political party in Jammu and Kashmir. It often forms alliances with other parties to contest elections.