A meeting to discuss the rationalisation of polling stations in Raipur district was held under the chairmanship of Collector and District Election Officer Dr Gaurav Singh, with representatives of various political parties expressing consent to the proposals presented. The exercise is being undertaken in accordance with the Election Commission of India’s directives as part of the Special Summary Revision (SSR-2027) of photo-electoral rolls, with January 1, 2027, as the qualifying date. During the meeting at the

 

Collectorate conference hall, proposals submitted by Electoral Registration Officers for rationalising polling stations across the district were discussed in detail. Representatives of political parties were briefed on the proposed changes, and their suggestions and views were invited. Those present expressed their agreement with the proposals. According to the schedule issued by the Election Commission of India, the rationalisation process is to be completed by November 2, 2026. The exercise aims to improve the organisation and accessibility of polling stations, keeping voter convenience in mind. Raipur Municipal Corporation Commissioner Sambit Mishra, officials involved in election-related work and representatives of political parties attended the meeting.