Overview

• The Election Commission of India’s voter list updated to July 1 will serve as the official roll for Maharashtra’s Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti, Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections.
• The SEC has issued specific criteria for polling centre selection to guarantee essential facilities and accessible infrastructure for persons with disabilities.
• First-level assessments of electronic voting machines have been ordered alongside secure handling and storage measures to confirm availability and condition.
• District collectors are tasked with identifying polling station locations, inspecting building conditions and periodically reviewing manpower availability.
• Preparations reflect an expanded polling network necessitated by the multi-member ward system, which increases the total number of stations across the state.