First stage of counting personnel randomisation completed in Coimbatore
The first stage of randomisation for counting personnel in the Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026 was completed in Coimbatore. This process involved using specialized software to select personnel from a database exceeding the required number. Future stages of randomisation will occur shortly before and on the counting day to finalize personnel assignments.
- ▪The randomisation was supervised by District Election Officer Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar.
- ▪A database with over 120 percent of required personnel was utilized for the draw.
- ▪The second randomisation will take place 24 hours before counting, with Election Commission Observers present.
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The first stage of randomisation of counting personnel for the Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026 was held in Coimbatore on April 27, 2026 (Monday), under the supervision of District Election Officer Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar, as part of preparations for counting of votes.The process was carried out using software developed by the Chief Electoral Officer. Officials said a database comprising more than 120 per cent of required personnel in each category, including counting supervisors, counting assistants and micro observers, was used for the draw.For each EVM counting table, one counting supervisor, one counting assistant and one micro observer will be appointed.
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