After the conclusion of the Lok Sabha electoral process in Kohima district on April 19th, 2024, the strong room at DC Office Kohima containing the polled EVMs has been securely sealed on the same day in anticipation of the upcoming counting process.

Personnel present during the sealing were Kreho Athili, Micro Observer authorised by General Observer for Kohima District, P. Ramesh, IAS, DC & DEO Kohima Kumar Ramnikant, IAS and concerned AROs alongside representatives from INC and NDPP.

Authorities have taken meticulous measures to safeguard the strong room, employing stringent security protocols and surveillance to prevent any unauthorized access or tampering. The sealed strong room will remain under constant monitoring until the scheduled counting day on June 4th, 2024.

(DPRO Kohima, Suzo IA)