Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar praised Kerala’s election machinery and political parties for their readiness, declaring the upcoming assembly elections a potential benchmark for democratic excellence worldwide. Speaking to media in Ernakulam after reviewing preparations, CEC Kumar shared a personal connection, calling Kerala his “karma bhoomi” from 22 years ago. He expressed full confidence that the polls would serve as a model not just for India but the world, thanks to cooperative efforts from all stakeholders. Extending festive wishes to voters- “Chunav ka parv, Keralam ka garv. Jai Bharat, Jai Hind”- he urged active participation to bolster democracy.
