The Tamil Nadu Director General of Police has mandated the cancellation of leave for all police personnel starting from May 2 until further notice due to the upcoming vote counting for the Assembly elections set for May 4. This directive covers officers of all ranks, ensuring maximum deployment to uphold law and order during the counting process. Elaborate security measures are being implemented at counting centers, with additional personnel assigned to sensitive areas across the state.
The order prohibits any police personnel from taking leave during this period, emphasizing the significance of the counting exercise and the necessity for heightened vigilance. Exceptions will be made for those already on leave for valid reasons like medical emergencies, maternity leave, childcare duties, or educational commitments. This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the state administration to facilitate a smooth and uninterrupted vote counting process.
In addition to securing counting centers, police presence will be reinforced in surrounding regions to manage crowds and prevent potential law and order disturbances post the result announcement. The Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, conducted on April 23 in a single phase, witnessed peaceful polling throughout the state. Following voting completion, Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) have been securely transported to designated counting centers under strict supervision.
EVMs are under constant security surveillance, with measures such as CCTV monitoring, armed police presence, and restricted access zones in place to ensure their safety and integrity until the counting day. Preparations for the May 4 counting are advancing swiftly, with close coordination among the police, election authorities, and district administrations. Plans for route management, crowd control, and emergency response systems are being finalized to guarantee a peaceful and orderly counting process and result declaration in Tamil Nadu.
