Leh, Oct 12: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Ladakh Rahul Sharma today chaired a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties at his office chamber in Karzoo, Old Raj Niwas, Leh, to familiarise them with the ongoing revision of municipal electoral rolls for the Municipal Committees of Leh and Kargil and apprise them of the relevant eligibility criteria, enrolment procedures and timelines for submission of claims and objections. The meeting was attended by Sonam Chosjor, Joint Chief Electoral Officer, Ladakh.
During the meeting, the CEO briefed the representatives on voter eligibility, disqualification criteria and the prescribed procedures for inclusion of names, correction of particulars and filing of objections in the draft electoral rolls. He emphasised the importance of accurate and comprehensive electoral rolls in ensuring that all eligible citizens have the opportunity to participate in the democratic process.
The representatives were informed that the draft Municipal Electoral Rolls had been published and were available for public inspection. With October 15, 2026, being the last date for submission of claims and objections, the CEO urged eligible residents of Leh and Kargil to verify their names in the draft rolls and submit the prescribed forms for inclusion or correction of particulars, or file objections wherever necessary, within the stipulated timeline.
The CEO highlighted the importance of public awareness in ensuring the enrolment of all eligible electors. He encouraged representatives of recognised political parties to disseminate information about the revision exercise among the public and sensitise eligible residents, particularly those whose names may be missing from the draft rolls, about the prescribed procedures and the deadline for submission of claims and objections.
Relevant prescribed forms were also distributed during the meeting to familiarise the representatives with the procedures for inclusion, correction and filing of objections. The CEO urged them to facilitate awareness among eligible residents and encourage them to verify their electoral details and take the necessary steps within the stipulated timeframe.
Reiterating the importance of an accurate and inclusive electoral roll, Shri Rahul Sharma called upon the representatives to help spread awareness about the revision process and encourage eligible residents to verify their names and submit claims or objections, wherever required, before the October 15 deadline.
The meeting was attended by representatives of recognised political parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Indian National Congress (INC), along with Shri Sonam Chosjor, Joint Chief Electoral Officer, Ladakh.
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