MPTC, ZPTC polls in Andhra Pradesh moved to November 5; civic polls stay on November 1 despite cyclone

MPTC, ZPTC polls in Andhra Pradesh moved to November 5; civic polls stay on November 1 despite cyclone

Andhra Pradesh’s MPTC and ZPTC polls move to November 5 since ULB votes are counted on November 3; civic polls stay on November 1 despite Cyclone Arnab.

AP MPTC ZPTC Elections 2026: Polling on November 5

The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (AP SEC) has revised the schedule for the MPTC and ZPTC elections. The polling, repolling and counting dates have been changed to avoid a clash with the municipal election process and ensure smooth conduct of the polls. According to the revised schedule, MPTC and ZPTC elections will be held […]

Why Hold Elections When AP Is Suffering Cyclone Destruction?

The Andhra Pradesh government's decision to go ahead with local body elections, both urban and rural, at a time when the state is reeling under the devastation caused by Cyclone Arnab, has drawn sharp criticism from several quarters.

Kotia Polls Pushed to Nov 5 as Andhra SEC Avoids Same-Day Clash with Urban Counting

The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission on Tuesday rescheduled polling for Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs) from November 3 to November 5, with counting now set for November 7 (and a re-poll, if needed, on November 6). The change, formalised in Notification No. 905/SEC-B1/2026 dated 28 October 2026, stems […] The post Kotia Polls Pushed to Nov 5 as Andhra SEC Avoids Sam…

Andhra Pradesh: State Election Commission postpones MPTC, ZPTC polling to Nov 5

Digital Desk | Amaravati, Oct 28 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission has rescheduled the date of polling for MPTC and ZPTC elections from November 3 to November 5. The State Election Commission on Wednesday issued a notification rescheduling the polling in view of the change in the schedule for urban local body elections following the Supreme Court order. As per the revised schedule, polling for Mandal Parishad Territorial Constit…