Dry day declared for Panchayati Raj elections in Churu
The Information and Public Relations Department has declared a dry day in the designated areas of Churu district for the first and second phases of the Panchayati Raj elections.
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Public holiday declared for Panchayati Raj election voting days in Churu
In Churu, the district collector and election officer have declared a public holiday in government and semi‑government offices for the voting days of the Panchayati Raj general election 2026 first and second phases.
Fine of ₹10,000 for irregularities in inspection
Shriganganagar, 29 October. As directed by Hon’ble Minister Shri Sumit Godara (Consumer Affairs Department), a comprehensive official inspection drive is being conducted under the Legal Metrology Act-2009, Packaging Commodity Rules-2011 and Rajasthan Legal Metrology (Enforcement) Rules-2011 in the district
Inspection of polling stations in border areas
Shriganganagar, 29 October. As per instructions of the District Election Officer and District Collector Dr. Amit Yadav under Panchayati Raj General Election-2026, on Thursday, Shriganganagar SDM and Returning Officer (RO) Mr. Nayan Gautam led police and administrative officials to inspect various polling stations located in border areas
Rajasthan State Sports Council launches registration of coaches on Khel Mitra portal
Rajasthan State Sports Council invites applications for online registration of part‑time sports coaches via the Khel Mitra portal, requiring academic qualifications, achievements and experience to be entered
Special voter registration drive for 17‑19‑year‑olds in Churu runs until 4 Nov
A seven‑day special voter registration drive for 17‑19‑year‑olds is underway in Churu district until 4 Nov 2026
Executive Magistrate appointed
Churu, 29 October. District Collector and District Magistrate Abhishek Surana issued an order appointing executive magistrates to maintain law and order in various towns and areas of the district on 08 November for Diwali, 09 November for Govardhan, and 11 November for Bhai Duj.
Retired teacher donates ₹31,000 for school development
Under the innovative initiative ‘Future Flight’ by the District Administration and Education Department, various sections of society are collaborating to develop basic facilities in government schools and provide students with a better learning environment. In this context, Mahatma Gandhi Government Higher Secondary School, Sarsoop, is receiving support.
District Collector inaugurated pickleball competition at Mountown Club
Ten teams will participate in three‑day tournament
Dialogue with principals of state colleges—
Create grading system to release monthly ranking of all 669 state colleges—Chief Secretary
Additional Chief Secretary Shri Alok Gupta spoke directly with complainants on Rajasthan Contact 181
96.94% of complaints in the Urban Development and Housing Department have been resolved
District election officer inspected polling stations of Khandhar Panchayat Samiti
Issued instructions to ensure drinking water, electricity, shade, security and ramps for disabled voters
Mail ballot booth formed in Sawai Madhopur, voting staff can apply
Mail ballot booth formed in Sawai Madhopur Panchayat Samiti constituency. Voting parties can apply for staff on 30 October 2026 in the prescribed format
Voter Awareness Programme at Government Higher Secondary School, Pachipalya
Message of Public Participation in Democracy by District Electoral Officer
Inspection drive to ensure MRPs and prescribed rules for packaged goods
Inspection of three establishments in Bawali area