Officials said to prepare for urban local polls in AP

Officials should gear up to ensure that the municipal elections are held transparently and peacefully, said Principal Secretary Municipal Administration and Urban Development S. Suresh Kumar.

Addressing a regional preparedness meeting in Guntur on Tuesday, Mr. Suresh Kumar said that the election notification is likely to be soon and urged the officials to complete the preparatory work. He emphasized compliance with the guidelines of the State Election Commission and warned that even small mistakes can have serious consequences.

Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration P. Sampath Kumar directed officials to prepare electoral rolls, inspect polling stations, fill reservations and strictly enforce the model code of conduct and green code. According to him, the elections of mayors and heads of municipalities will be held directly and officials should remain alert.

Guntur Municipal Corporation Commissioner K. Mayur Ashok said the elections could be completed within a short time after the announcement. He called for knowledge of the Returning Officer’s manual and voting procedures. He also advised officials to immediately counter rumors in the media and on social media.

Regional Director Suryadevara Harikrishna said that 24 out of 33 municipalities in Guntur region have been prepared for elections while the remaining municipalities will be covered on the basis of court orders. Joint Director Ravindra Babu emphasized awareness of procedures before, during and after voting. RO, ARO and representatives of the municipality took part in the meeting.

Published – 06 Oct 2026 20:27 IST