In a significant development for the democratic process in Telangana, the State Election Commission (SEC) is set to announce the election schedule for seven municipal corporations and 116 municipalities in the state on Tuesday evening. The announcement comes after a series of preparations, including meetings with district collectors, superintendents of police, and police commissioners earlier in the day, followed by a discussion with State Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao in the afternoon.
The SEC’s decision to announce the schedule on Tuesday follows the completion of preparations for the elections, including the printing of voter lists, readying of polling stations and ballot boxes, and issuance of necessary rules and guidelines. District collectors have indicated that February 11 would be an appropriate date for the polling, with counting of votes expected to be completed by February 13 if this schedule is maintained.
The announcement on Tuesday is almost certain unless an unforeseen obstacle arises, according to government sources. In anticipation of the release of the election schedule, ministers, MLAs, and other public representatives across the state have already completed inaugurations and foundation stone-laying ceremonies for development works, as well as distributing sarees and interest-free loans.
The upcoming municipal elections are part of the broader Urban Local Body Polls in Telangana, which is expected to play a significant role in shaping the state’s political landscape.
