Guntur Collector Inspects EVM Warehouse, Reviews Security Measures

District Collector C.M. Saikanth Varma inspected the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) warehouse at the district headquarters on Saturday to review the security measures in place to safeguard the voting machines.

During the inspection, the Collector examined the security arrangements at the rooms where the EVMs are stored, the functioning of CCTV cameras, and the condition of the warehouse locks and seals. He stressed the need for strict compliance with the Election Commission’s guidelines to ensure the safe custody of the machines.

Saikanth Varma directed officials to maintain continuous surveillance of the warehouse premises and ensure that there were no lapses in security. He emphasised that all precautionary measures must be implemented effectively to protect the EVMs and maintain the integrity of the storage facility.

The Collector also instructed the officials concerned to maintain the relevant records properly and update them regularly. He underlined the importance of vigilance and systematic monitoring in ensuring that all security protocols were followed without exception.

The inspection was attended by District Revenue Officer N.S.K. Khajavali, Revenue Divisional Officer K. Srinivasa Rao, District Information and Public Relations Officer Locherla Ramesh, and other officials.