Quick reaction teams (QRT) and closed circuit television cameras (CCTVs) will be deployed to ensure peaceful polling in Dumka, Godda, and Rajmahal parliamentary seats. CEO K Ravi Kumar mentioned the deployment of QRTs with magistrates for quick response in problematic areas within 5 to 10 minutes. Central para-military forces are stationed at critical polling booths. Monitoring of released Maoists and sealing of borders with Bihar and West Bengal have been implemented. The CEO highlighted the peaceful campaigning in the constituencies.
Voting for Lok Sabha seats in Jharkhand began with tight security. Three constituencies - Dumka, Rajmahal, and Godda - have a total of 52 candidates, including 8 women, contesting in the final phase of elections.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Voting for three Lok Sabha seats in Jharkhand commenced on Saturday, amid tight security, officials said. India News | Polling Begins for 3 Lok Sabha Seats in Jharkhand.
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