Authorities Intensify Inspection of Polling Stations in Baitadi Ahead of Upcoming Elections

Baitadi. In view of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for February 21, the inspection of polling stations in Baitadi has been intensified.

Chief District Officer Krishna Thapa informed that the District Security Committee is prioritizing the monitoring and inspection of highly sensitive polling stations. Out of the 129 polling stations in Baitadi, 33 are listed as highly sensitive from a security perspective.

Similarly, 28 polling stations are listed as sensitive and 68 as normal. The District Security Committee has stated its plan to inspect all polling stations listed under the highly sensitive category in the district.

During the inspection, Chief District Officer Thapa stated that they are observing the condition of the polling stations, security arrangements, and physical infrastructure, as well as holding discussions with local representatives and civil society leaders.

The availability of basic necessities such as accommodation facilities, electricity, and drinking water for the staff deployed during the election is also being inspected. The Chief District Officer mentioned that efforts are underway to arrange CCTV cameras where they are deemed necessary at some polling stations and centers.

There are 214 polling booths across 129 polling stations here. According to Khagendra Bharti, Chief of the District Election Office, there are 156,372 voters. In this single constituency, 11 candidates are in the electoral race.