NTR election observer inspects VMC Mayor nomination process

Vijayawada: NTR district election observer S Nagalakshmi inspected nomination process for Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) Mayor post at the civic body’s head office in the city on Saturday, as part of the second ordinary municipal elections–2026.

During the visit, she reviewed the arrangements made for receiving nomination papers, facilities provided to candidates and the measures taken by election officials to ensure that the process was conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission.

The election observer enquired about the number of nominations received so far, availability of nomination forms and the arrangements made to provide candidates with the necessary information and assistance. She also examined the records maintained at the Returning Officer’s office and sought details from officials about the procedures being followed for receiving nomination papers.

Nagalakshmi reviewed the overall preparedness for Mayor election and discussed election-related arrangements covering all 86 divisions of the VMC. She obtained details from officials on the progress of the nomination process and the steps being taken to ensure its smooth conduct.

VMC Commissioner HM Dhyanachandra coordinated the inspection. Additional Commissioner and election nodal officer A Ravindra Rao, along with other election staff, participated in the programme.

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