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GVMC Elections 2026 polling arrangements in Visakhapatnam

GVMC Elections 2026: Visakhapatnam Election Date, Polling Time & Full Details

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GVMC Elections 2026: Visakhapatnam Election Date, Polling Time & Full Details The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) Elections 2026 are an important local governance event for Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Residents should follow official announcements regarding the polling date, voting hours, ward-wise candidates, voter lists and polling stations. This guide explains the key election details, voting

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Decorated Durga Devi mandapam with devotees during the Dasara festival.

AP Free Electricity for Durga Mandapams During Dasara 2026

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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced free electricity for authorised Durga Devi mandapams during the 2026 Dasara festivities. According to published reports, the free supply is limited to 3 kW in rural areas and 5 kW in urban areas. The reported period is October 11–20, 2026. Organisers should confirm application requirements with their local electricity

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GVMC election voter statistics showing 10 zones, ward counts, polling booths and voter numbers across Visakhapatnam.

GVMC Elections: Zone-Wise Voter List and Details

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The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation has 120 wards across 10 zones. Figures provided for the election preparations list zone-wise voters and polling booths, approximately 18.40 lakh total voters and 14,328 polling personnel. The totals require official verification before publication. GVMC Elections: Voter Lists Finalised Across 10 Zones in Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam: Preparations for the Greater Visakhapatnam

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Pothole damage on an urban road in Visakhapatnam

Vizag Pothole Complaints: Helpline Numbers & Online Options

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Residents of Visakhapatnam can report potholes and civic problems to the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) through its official toll-free helpline, online grievance portal and Smart Vizag app. A pothole-specific contact number and WhatsApp reporting number have also been circulated. Residents should share the exact location and clear photographs of road damage to help authorities

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20+ Vizag Residents Lose ₹1.3 Crore in Job Scams

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More than 20 residents of Visakhapatnam reportedly lost over ₹1.3 crore in fake work-from-home job and online task scams. Fraudsters allegedly contacted victims through WhatsApp, Telegram and social media, offering easy earnings before persuading them to transfer money. Police have registered cases and are investigating. Residents are advised to report financial cybercrime immediately by calling

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Vizag Electoral Rolls Under Special Review

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Election officials in Visakhapatnam are conducting a special review of electoral rolls to verify doubtful entries, check voter details and prevent eligible voters from being wrongly removed. Booth Level Officers have been directed to carry out door-to-door verification where required. Eligible residents whose names are missing can apply for inclusion through Form 6, subject to

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GVMC Elections 2026 polling arrangements inspected by Ketan Garg in Visakhapatnam

Ketan Garg Inspects GVMC Polling Centres

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GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg inspected proposed polling material distribution centres at Kancharapalem and Gopalapatnam, directing officials to complete foolproof arrangements for the 2026 GVMC elections. GVMC Elections 2026: Ketan Garg Inspects Polling Material Centres Visakhapatnam: Preparations for the GVMC General Elections 2026 are gaining pace, with GVMC Commissioner and Additional Election Authority Ketan Garg, IAS,

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GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg denies fund diversion allegations in Visakhapatnam

GVMC Funds to Amaravati? Ketan Garg Rejects Claims

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GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg has denied allegations that Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) General Funds were diverted to Amaravati. According to GVMC figures cited by the Commissioner, ₹2,620.28 crore was paid to contractors against 24,128 bills between 2019-20 and 2026-27, including ₹940.17 crore against 6,057 bills during 2025-26 and 2026-27. GVMC Denies General Funds Were

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