188 security personnel airlifted by three IAF helicopters to Marwah, Warwan
STATE TIMES NEWS
KISHTWAR: In preparation for first phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, a significant deployment of security personnel has been executed in Marwah and Warwan areas of Kishtwar district on Thursday with joint efforts of District Election Office Kishtwar and Indian Air Force (IAF).
A total of 188 personnel, comprising 144 from Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and 44 from Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) were airlifted by three Indian Air Force helicopters to Marwah and Warwan areas, marking the maiden airlifting of Men and Material in the country for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
This deployment is part of comprehensive security measures being implemented across Kishtwar district for the forthcoming elections.
The logistical challenges posed by remote and snow-bound terrain of Marwah and Warwan were efficiently addressed, with 16 sorties transporting security personnel to these areas. The road connectivity to the Marwan and Warwan areas via Sinthan and Margan top situated at an altitude of 12500 feet further poses transportation challenge to snow bound areas. Kishtwar district falls under 4-Udhampur Parliamentary constituency and elections are scheduled on 19th April (first phase) in the district.
Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu and Kashmir has made special arrangements for the safe transportation of polling parties, election logistics and materials to 31 polling booths, including 19 in Marwah and 12 in Warwan.
District Election Officer, Dr. Devansh Yadav highlighted the meticulous planning involved in ensuring the safety and security of polling parties, particularly in shadow zones and sensitive areas.
He said that five intermediate strong rooms have been established for the secure storage of ballots, enhancing convenience and efficiency of electoral process.
“Tomorrow 31 polling party members and reserves will be airlifted to far-flung polling stations situated in the interiors of Marwah and Warwan, reaffirming our commitment to ensure no voter is left behind, while conducting free and fair elections”, he added.
