Archive · 28 Dec 2025
Collector Ensures Security at EVM Godowns
The District Collector in Anantapur visited the places where electronic voting machines (EVMs) are stored.
He checked the security and told the officials to make sure everything is very safe.
He said they should follow all the rules and fix any problems quickly.
Other important people and representatives from political parties were also there during the visit.
District Collector O Anand inspected EVM godowns in Anantapur as part of quarterly inspections.
He reviewed security arrangements and verified lock books maintained at the facility.
The Collector directed officials to ensure strict security and compliance with Election Commission guidelines.
Regular monitoring, documentation, and prompt addressing of deficiencies were emphasized.
RDO Keshava Naidu, Deputy Tahsildar (Elections) Kanakaraj, and political party representatives were present during the inspection.
- Who
- District Collector O Anand and officials
- What
- Inspection of EVM godowns and directive for tight security
- When
- Saturday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Anantapur city, near old RDO office compound
- Why
- To ensure compliance with Election Commission guidelines and prevent any security lapses
- Location
- Anantapur
- Official
- District Collector O Anand
- Inspection Type
- Quarterly
- Facility Inspected
- EVM godowns
- Key Directive
- Foolproof security and strict access control