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Chief Election Commissioner of India Gyanesh Kumar said that elections in India are conducted entirely according to the country's laws, and everyone must strictly abide by the election laws.

The GHMC’s proposed delimitation of 300 wards has triggered widespread criticism from corporators, political parties and resident welfare associations. BRS and BJP corporators met GHMC officials to register objections, while RWAs argued the changes could disrupt community services.

The GHMC will hold a special council meeting on Tuesday to seek corporators’ views on the newly formed 300 divisions. Suggestions and objections from the public have been received since the notification was issued by the MA&UD on December 9

Leaders and supporters of BRS, Congress and BJP staged protests at the GHMC head office in Hyderabad against the delimitation of 300 wards, alleging lack of transparency and demanding a review of the exercise by the government.

GHMC will continue accepting objections and suggestions on ward delimitation even during the weekend, with help desks operating at the head office, Circle offices and 27 ULBs. A total of 280 representations were received on the second day

With only five days left to submit objections on the GHMC expansion notification, ward maps for the newly formed 300 divisions are yet to be uploaded. Residents say the absence of clear boundaries is hampering meaningful feedback, prompting assurances from the GHMC Commissioner.

A delegation from Bordeaux Métropole, led by senior French officials, met GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan in Hyderabad to review ongoing urban heritage and infrastructure projects. Over the coming days, the delegation will assess heritage initiatives across the city and draft a proposal for collaboration between Bordeaux and Hyderabad.

The GHMC Council has unanimously approved the MA&UD’s preamble proposing the merger of 27 urban local bodies located within or adjoining the Outer Ring Road. GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan confirmed the approval through an official release.

The Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency bypoll in Hyderabad recorded a voter turnout of 48.49 percent, slightly higher than the 47.58 percent turnout in the 2023 Telangana Assembly elections. District election authorities and police have put in place elaborate arrangements for the counting process, scheduled at Kotla Vijaya Bhaskara Reddy Stadium, Yousufguda, on Friday.

Hyderabad witnessed a steady increase in voter turnout throughout polling day, culminating in a final figure of 48.47 percent by 6 pm. District Election Officer RV Karnan shared the progressive turnout data, noting consistent growth from morning to evening.

Ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election on November 11, authorities have ramped up security and logistical arrangements. Drones will monitor 130 locations covering 407 polling stations, while over 1,760 security personnel including paramilitary forces have been deployed.

The Jubilee Hills by-election has seen heightened campaigning not only by political parties but also through voter awareness initiatives under SVEEP. District Election Officer RV Karnan emphasised the importance of slogans and rallies across colonies to motivate residents.

The District Election Office has intensified awareness efforts in Jubilee Hills ahead of the November 11 bypoll, targeting a 60 per cent voter turnout through special initiatives, enhanced accessibility, and home voting facilities for senior citizens and differently-abled voters

The GHMC Commissioner has issued a notice to Hyderabad Integrated MSW Ltd. (Ramky) for failing to meet contractual obligations in garbage collection and bin installation. A performance review showed that nearly 650 Garbage Vulnerable Points were not cleared on time, and less than half of the proposed bins have been installed.

The Election Commission of India has banned the conduct and publication of exit polls for the Jubilee Hills Assembly bye-election between November 6 and 11. The restriction applies across all media platforms, with violations inviting penal action under the Representation of the People Act.

The GHMC and Hyderabad District authorities have temporarily suspended the Prajavani public grievance programme due to the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election. The programme, held every Monday, will resume after the election results are announced on 14 November.

The notification for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election will be issued on Monday. Nominations open the same day. Polling will be held on November 11, and the Election Commission has appointed Sanjiv Kumar Lal as Expenditure Observer

District Election Officer R V Karnan directed officials to strictly follow ECI guidelines for the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He reviewed preparedness at Shaikpet MRO office, while GHMC removed over 2,000 political materials under the Model Code of Conduct

GHMC Commissioner and District Election Officer R.V. Karnan has announced that voter registration for the Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election will close on October 11. Applications received by that evening will be processed, and eligible individuals will be added to the voter list.

With the monsoon retreating, GHMC has launched an aggressive road safety and repair campaign across Hyderabad. Commissioner RV Karnan has set a target of 100% pothole repairs in record time. As of October 10, over 14,000 potholes have been fixed.