Rajasthan officials prepare for 2026 Panchayati Raj elections

Administrative preparations are underway for the 2026 Panchayati Raj general elections in Rajasthan. In Jaipur, District Election Officer Sandesh Nayak chaired a review meeting at the Collectorate to coordinate the work of various cells. The meeting focused on voter list revision, polling station arrangements, training of polling teams, EVM management, law and order, and voter awareness activities. To ensure smooth operations, 25 specialized cells have been established to handle specific election responsibilities.

Similarly, in Ajmer, District Election Officer Lok Bandhu has announced the formation of various administrative cells and the appointment of responsible officers. Key appointments include Dr. Abhishek Goyal as the Assistant Returning Officer and head of the election branch, installation cell, and EVM/ballot box cell. The administration has designated specific personnel to manage logistics, legal counsel, treasury, and information technology to facilitate the upcoming electoral process.