Kozhikode District Prepares for Safe Elections Ahead of Kerala Assembly Polls
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: All arrangements in place for safe election, says Collector
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Kozhikode district in Kerala is fully prepared for the upcoming assembly elections on April 9, 2026, with District Collector Snehil Kumar Singh announcing the deployment of over 13,000 officials and the establishment of 2,837 polling stations for approximately 26.5 lakh voters. Special measures, including security at vulnerable booths and webcasting facilities, are in place to ensure a free and fair voting process.
- 01Kozhikode district has set up 2,837 polling stations for 26,57,478 voters.
- 02Over 13,000 officials will be deployed to oversee the election process.
- 03Special security measures include 351 vulnerable booths and 1,600 police personnel.
- 04Webcasting and CCTV monitoring will be utilized to prevent electoral fraud.
- 05Voter facilitation and postal voting centres will assist voters and officials.
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In preparation for the Kerala Assembly elections scheduled for April 9, 2026, Kozhikode district has finalized all arrangements to ensure a smooth and secure voting process. District Collector Snehil Kumar Singh announced that 2,837 polling stations have been established to accommodate 26,57,478 electors, comprising 12,98,343 men, 13,59,102 women, and 33 transgender persons. To facilitate the election, 13,218 officials will be deployed across the district. Special attention is being given to security, with 351 vulnerable booths receiving additional protection and around 1,600 police personnel assigned to the rural areas, alongside Central Armed Police Forces. The election will also feature innovative measures such as webcasting to monitor polling stations and prevent impersonation. Continuous CCTV monitoring will be conducted from the Collectorate's control room. Additionally, mobile deposit facilities and voter facilitation centres will be available to assist voters and election officials throughout the process.
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These arrangements are crucial for ensuring that all eligible voters in Kozhikode can participate in a secure and fair election process, thereby strengthening democratic practices in the region.
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