Jaipur, Nov 10 (NationPress) The by-election for the Anta Assembly seat is set to take place tomorrow, with voting scheduled from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 268 polling booths. A total of 228,264 voters are eligible to participate, comprising 116,783 men, 111,477 women, and four others.

Rajasthan's Chief Electoral Officer, Naveen Mahajan, has called upon polling staff to perform their roles with confidence, coordination, and efficiency to facilitate a transparent electoral process.

He emphasized the importance of ensuring that all necessary arrangements are in place, conducting mock polls, and promptly addressing any concerns to the Sector Magistrate or Assistant Returning Officer.

During training, polling teams received essential election materials, including EVMs and VVPATs. Vehicles were allocated from designated counters, with teams departing after verification at checkpoints.

Mahajan encouraged every voter to aim for 100% turnout, highlighting that voting represents both a civic responsibility and a fundamental aspect of democracy.

As part of the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiative, extensive efforts have been made to raise voter awareness and inspire participation.

The Election Commission has confirmed that all measures are in place for a free, fair, and peaceful election, bolstered by robust security protocols.

In total, 3,077 police personnel have been assigned, including CAPF units at sensitive polling locations.

Security measures include 12 Quick Response Teams, 43 mobile units, 43 sector magistrates, 12 police supervisory officers, and 12 area magistrates.

Furthermore, there are 13 interstate and 5 inter-district checkpoints established for ongoing monitoring.

Webcasting will be implemented at all polling sites, with control rooms established at district headquarters and in the Returning Officer's office for continuous oversight.

Polling stations will be equipped with jute bags for mobile phone deposits and two volunteers to assist voters.

Facilities such as wheelchairs, cradles for infants, and assistive devices for voters with disabilities have been arranged.

Ballot papers on EVMs will display candidate photographs for easy identification.

In a green initiative, five eco-friendly polling stations have been designated at Mahatma Gandhi Government Schools in Ratadiya, Sorsan, NTPC Road (Anta), and Siswali, along with Madrasa Anjuman Islamia Umavi in Mangrol, which will be free of single-use plastics.

All booths will provide ramps, drinking water, and shaded areas.

The management of polling stations will include both women and individuals with disabilities, ensuring inclusivity.

Overall, 1,240 personnel, comprising 268 polling teams and 29 reserve teams, will supervise the elections, supported by 41 micro-observers and 52 videographers.

Separate lines for men and women will be established, with support from anganwadi and ASHA workers for female voters.

Alongside EPIC (Voter ID), 12 alternative identification documents will be accepted for voter verification, as confirmed by the District Election Officer.