Port Blair, March 24: As part of the General Election-2024, a voter awareness programme through the medium of ‘Sand Art’ was organized by the SVEEP team at Corbyn’s Cove. The sand Art depicted the message ‘Chunav Ka Parv- Desh Ka Garv’ with tagline ‘Nothing like Voting, I will Vote for Sure’ was created by the SVEEP team.

Port Blair, March 24: As part of the preparations for the General Elections -2024, the Election Department, A&N Islands is organising series of training programmes for the personnel engaged in Election Duty. In this connection, the Second Round training for personnel engaged in Election duty for Port Blair Tehsil was organised today at the DBRAIT auditorium. The Returning Officer, ANIPC, Shri Arjun Sharma IAS, visited the training centre at DBRAIT Auditorium.

Port Blair, March 24: In view of the General Elections to Lok Sabha-2024, the Chief Electoral Officer has strengthened its Voter Helpline to make it easy for the Voters to get authentic information pertaining to their voter registration.  The range of services provided by the Helpline Number 1950 have been refurbished and made easily accessible. 

The number is 1950. Now, any citizen from any part of these Islands can call on the toll-free number with any query or complaint at any time of the day. Callers can enquire on subjects such as voter registration process, enrolled electors in the Electoral Roll can check the details of their personal information, Electors Photo Identification Card (EPIC), elections, voting dates, online registration, the Polling Station planned for them to visit on the Poll Day, to know the contact details of District Election Officers, Electoral Registration Officer, Assistant Electoral Registration Officer & Booth Level Officers and lodge a complaint by simply dialing the Toll-Free Number.

Port Blair, March 24: cVIGIL is a mobile application developed by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to enable citizens to report violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during elections. The app is available for download on Android and iOS devices. To report a violation, users simply need to open the app, select the type of violation, and provide details of the incident, including location, time, and photographs or videos. The app also allows users to track the progress of their complaints.

On the joyous occasion of 'Holi', I extend my heartiest greetings and warm wishes to all the residents of A&N Islands.

This festival of colours serves as a symbol of unity and affection, reminding us of the importance of brotherhood and mutual respect. It's a time to foster the bonds of love and solidarity within our community. As we celebrate, let's commit ourselves to uphold harmony and togetherness, reinforcing the harmonious fabric of our society.