Counting centre deatils received from all ROs - some clarifications

We have received counting centre arrangements and DCRC plan from all ROs. CEO West Bengal held meeting with all DEOs today at Kolkata. Here are some clarifications from district considering the guidelines and scrutiny of plans :-

• There can be two halls per AC with ceiling of 14 table each. In ACs where number of booths including auxiliary is less than 224 i.e. rounds can be completed in 16, only one hall per AC with 14+1 table may be allowed. In other cases, two halls will be allowed with as many tables as planned to complete the counting in 12 to 16 rounds.
• Some ROs have proposed less than 8 tables in a hall that is not permissible. They must resubmit the plans afresh. Similarly, more than 14 tables are also not allowed.
• Detailed maps, information sheet must be sent in original in two copies with signature of ROs/ SDOs.
• Strong room and halls must be in the same building/ premises.
• Media centre must be located in the same premises at prominent location.
• Each hall must have provision for installation of computers for compilation of form 20.
• DCRC and counting centre must be at the same location. In some cases, it is not possible due to parking space constraints at counting centres. ROs must send justification in remarks column so that the plan can be approved by ECI.