Anantnag August 28: The Media Certification & Monitoring Committee of District Anantnag has been established under the Chairmanship of District Election Officer(DEO) Anantnag Dr.Syed Fakhrudin Hamid. On a daily basis the operation of the MCMC are supervised by the District Information Officer (DIO) who is also designated as Nodal Officer MCMC and Media Communications. Other members of the committee include various Returning Officers and District Informatics Officer. This committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the compliance of media activities with established norms, particularly during election periods.
The MCMC operates 24X7 ensuring continuous monitoring of media content. The committee is managed by a team of 20 dedicated employees who work in shifts to provide uninterrupted service.
The Committee maintain efficiency and cover all hours, the MCMC employs a shift-based system. This ensures that at any given time, the cell is fully operational and capable of addressing any media-related issues that may arise.
The primary responsibilities of the MCMC include certifying political advertisements, checking paid news,addressing fake news, monitoring media coverage for adherence to the Model Code of Conduct during elections, and ensuring that no misleading or objectionable content is disseminated.
The establishment of the MCMC underscores the district administration’s commitment to promoting transparency and fairness in media practices, particularly in the context of elections. This initiative aims to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process by preventing the spread of misinformation and ensuring that all media content is in line with legal and ethical standards.
The MCMC Cell at the DC Office Anantnag represents a significant step towards strengthening media oversight at the district level, contributing to the overall goal of maintaining a fair and transparent information environment.
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DEO Anantnag Reviews Election Preparedness
Anantnag August 28: Anantnag District is all set for the upcoming Assembly Elections-2024 in the first phase. As the Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the election notification for the first phase of the General Elections to the Legislative Assembly. The district, comprising 07 Assembly constituencies, is preparing for a significant electoral event.
Accordingly the District Election Officer (DEO) Anantnag Dr.SF.Hamid held a comprehensive meeting with all Nodal Officers to review the district’s election preparedness. The review was aimed to ensure that all necessary arrangements are put in place for the upcoming General Legislative Assembly elections.
During the meeting various aspects of the election process, including the readiness of polling stations, availability of election materials, training of polling staff, status of Flying Squad Teams, Static Surveillance Teams, Media Certification and Monitoring Committees, Model Code of Conduct adherence, Expenditure Monitoring, and the functioning of the Control Room.
Nodal Officers presented updates on their respective areas, highlighting any challenges and progress made.The discussion focused on fine-tuning operational plans, addressing potential issues, and ensuring that all teams are well-coordinated.
DEO emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards of transparency and efficiency throughout the election process. The review underscored the commitment of the election authorities to conduct a fair and well-organised election.
This proactive approach by the District Administration and the Nodal Officers reflects the district’s dedication to ensuring a successful electoral process, aiming to uphold democratic values and provide a seamless experience for voters.
Mega SVEEP Event held at Town Hall Anantnag
Anantnag August 28: An Awareness programme regarding Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation SVEEP was Organized by Chief Education Officer Anantnag hear today at Townhall Anantnag.
The event was held under the overall guidance of District Election Officer.
Speaking on the occasion, Nodal Officer (SVEEP) educated the masses about the importance of voting and their role in the democratic process. They were also informed about the various initiatives taken by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to increase voter turnout and ensure free and fair elections.
The event witnessed active participation of first-time voters, female Voters,Service Voters and other electors.The aim of the event was to promote enthusiastic participation of voters in the upcoming elections to Legislative Assembly.
At the conclusion of the event coordinator SVEEP thanked all the participants for attending the program and requested them to carry the message of SVEEP to one and all for greater participation of the voters in the upcoming Assembly Election.
