Hyderabad: Under the pre-election procedures for the Jubilee Hills by-election, the Hyderabad District Election Officer and GHMC Commissioner requested political party representatives to submit objections regarding the rationalization of polling centers by August 26. Parties were also asked to submit lists of booth agents.

The District Election Officer discussed the ongoing special summary revision process in Jubilee Hills with representatives of national and state-level political parties at the GHMC headquarters. Detailed information was provided regarding the rationalization of polling centers. It was stated that previously there were 329 polling centers, with a proposal to establish 79 new ones, bringing the total to 408. Previously, polling centers were set up at 132 locations, and now 139 locations have been proposed. The rationalization report is to be submitted to the Election Commission by August 28. The Commissioner mentioned that Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are available for all 329 polling centers in the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency.

Booth Agent List and Voter Registration Update

So far, only a few political parties have submitted lists of booth-level agents. The remaining parties have been requested to submit their lists promptly. It was stated that Booth Level Officers will soon be appointed for the 79 newly established polling centers. The Commissioner reported that from January 6 to August 15, a total of 19,237 voter registration applications were received, of which 3,767 were rejected and 16 are pending.

It was further detailed that out of 5,426 applications received via Form 6, 1,478 were rejected; out of 3,453 applications received via Form 7, 1,010 were rejected and 12 are pending; and out of 10,358 applications received via Form 8, 1,279 were rejected. The meeting was attended by the Zonal Commissioner of L.B. Nagar, the Additional Election Commissioner, and other officials.

Representatives from various political parties participated in the meeting.

Jubilee Hills

Jubilee Hills is an affluent residential and commercial neighborhood in western Hyderabad, India, developed in the late 1970s. It was named to commemorate the silver jubilee year of the reign of the last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan. Today, it is a modern hub known for its upscale homes, corporate offices, and vibrant entertainment venues.

GHMC headquarters

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) headquarters is a modern administrative building that serves as the central governing body for the city of Hyderabad, India. It was established following the formation of the GHMC in 2007, which expanded the municipal limits by merging surrounding municipalities. The headquarters oversees civic infrastructure and urban services for the large metropolitan area.

Hyderabad District Election Office

The Hyderabad District Election Office is a government administrative body responsible for overseeing and conducting elections within the Hyderabad district in India. It operates under the broader framework of the Election Commission of India, which was established in 1950 to administer the electoral process of the world’s largest democracy. Its primary functions include maintaining voter rolls, managing polling stations, and ensuring free and fair elections in its jurisdiction.

Election Commission

The Election Commission is an independent constitutional body responsible for overseeing and administering the electoral process in a country, ensuring free and fair elections. Its history is tied to the development of modern democracies, with many established to safeguard the integrity of the vote from political interference. For instance, India’s Election Commission was formed in 1950, while the U.S. Federal Election Commission was created in 1975 following post-Watergate campaign finance reforms.

Booth Level Officers

“Booth Level Officers” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a functional role within India’s electoral system. These officers are government-appointed officials responsible for managing a specific polling booth during elections, a system that has evolved to ensure the integrity and smooth operation of the democratic process. Their history is tied to the development of the Election Commission of India and its efforts to administer free and fair elections across the vast country.

Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency

The Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency is an electoral district in Hyderabad, India, established as part of the city’s political reorganization. It is a prominent urban constituency, historically known for housing upscale residential areas and being a significant political seat in the Telangana Legislative Assembly.

Zonal Commissioner of L.B. Nagar

The Zonal Commissioner of L.B. Nagar is not a cultural site but a government administrative office. It is a part of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and is responsible for the civic administration and urban planning of the L.B. Nagar zone, a major suburb of Hyderabad, India. The office was established as part of the city’s administrative restructuring to manage the region’s rapid growth.

Additional Election Commissioner

The Additional Election Commissioner is not a physical place or cultural site, but a senior official position within the Election Commission of India. The role was established to assist the Chief Election Commissioner in the administration of elections, a process that is foundational to the world’s largest democracy. The position helps uphold the commission’s mandate to conduct free and fair elections across the country.