New Delhi, Apr 2: The Election Commission announced on Tuesday the appointment of special observers across several states to oversee administrative, security, and expenditure monitoring for the upcoming elections. These former civil servants, known for their distinguished track records, have been entrusted with the crucial task of ensuring a level playing field during the electoral process, particularly in the face of challenges posed by factors such as the influence of money, muscle power, and misinformation, as stated by the poll panel.
Special Observers, comprising both General and Police officers, have been deployed in states with a population exceeding seven crore, including West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Bihar. Additionally, they have been assigned to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, where simultaneous elections to the Assemblies are scheduled to take place, according to the election authority.
Furthermore, Special Expenditure Observers have been deployed in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha to monitor expenditure-related activities closely.
The Election Commission’s decision underscores its commitment to ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections, with a focus on preventing undue influences and maintaining the integrity of the democratic process.
