Tinsukia gears up for crucial vote count on May 4; multi-layered security in place

With the 2026 Assam Assembly election results set to be declared on May 4, the Tinsukia district administration has finalized comprehensive preparations to ensure a smooth, transparent, and secure counting process.

The exercise will commence at 8:00 AM under tight monitoring, District Election Officer and Deputy Commissioner Sumit Sattawan announced during a press briefing on Friday.

In line with directives from the Election Commission of India, six counting observers have been deployed across the district’s constituencies. IAS officer Abhinav Trikha will supervise the 86 No. Tinsukia seat, while Limawabang Jamir has been assigned to 85 No. Makum. Om Prakash Saharan will oversee 82 No. Doomdooma, A.G. Chinna Krishna will monitor 84 No. Digboi, Mitali Namchum will be in charge of 83 No. Margherita, and I. Kishore will supervise 81 No. Sadiya.

The administration has designated two counting centres to manage the exercise efficiently. 

Counting for Sadiya and Margherita constituencies will take place at Janata College, while Doomdooma, Digboi, Makum, and Tinsukia constituencies will be counted at the SAI Sarbananda Sonowal Stadium.

Elaborate arrangements have been made at both venues to facilitate seamless counting. At Janata College, 14 tables have been allocated for Sadiya along with four for postal ballots, while Margherita will have 11 counting tables and three for postal ballots. At the stadium, 10 tables each have been set up for Doomdooma and Digboi, with two tables each dedicated to postal ballots.

Makum and Tinsukia constituencies will have 11 tables each, along with two postal ballot tables apiece.

To ensure operational efficiency, all personnel involved including micro-observers, counting supervisors, and counting assistants have undergone prior training. 

A total of around 600 officials have been deployed for the exercise, supported by 79 micro-observers, 67 counting supervisors, and 67 counting assistants.

Strict reporting timelines have been issued, with officials required to be present by 5:30 AM and counting staff by 6:00 AM. Counting agents, candidates, and political party representatives must report by 7:00 AM to ensure timely commencement of the process.

Authorities have underscored that a comprehensive security plan has been put in place to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain law and order throughout the counting process.

Superintendent of Police Mayank Kumar Jha and Election Officer Mayurakshi Dutta were also present at the briefing, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to a free, fair, and incident-free counting day.