Commissioner & Secretary, Horticulture Department, Government of Nagaland and Electoral Observer, Akumla Chuba, IAS, held a meeting with political party representatives at the Office Chamber of the Deputy Commissioner, Meluri on October 13. The meeting was initiated by ADC Meluri, Shelly Katiry, NCS, who briefed the Electoral Observer on the number of electors in Meluri District and provided an overview of the electoral roll revision process.

Addressing the meeting, Akumla Chuba emphasised the importance of cooperation from all political parties and their Booth Level Agents (BLAs) to ensure the successful and transparent conduct of the SIR. She stressed the need for careful verification of the electoral rolls, particularly with regard to the deletion of ineligible entries, inclusion of eligible voters and correction of discrepancies.

She urged the political party representatives to convey to their respective BLAs, the importance of ensuring that the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) complete the verification process, including deletions, inclusions and corrections in the electoral rolls, within the stipulated timeframe for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

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During the meeting, representatives of various political parties raised concerns and shared grievances regarding challenges faced in the implementation of the revision process. They highlighted network connectivity issues in certain areas of the 20 Meluri Assembly Constituency, which could hamper the smooth and timely completion of the assigned tasks.

President of the Naga People’s Front (NPF), Meluri, Riepetho highlighted the acute shortage of staff in the District Election office, stating that the limited manpower was affecting the timely execution of official assignments. He also pointed out that the existing office equipment was inadequate to meet the office operational requirements, and stressed the need for proper equipment and essential office materials to facilitate efficient functioning.

The meeting provided a platform for the Electoral Observer and political party representatives to discuss issues concerning the SIR, and identify challenges requiring attention to ensure the smooth and effective revision of the electoral rolls in Meluri District.