Avinash Reddy vs State Election Commission — Pulivendula election conduct petition

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1. 31 Oct 2026News

   Avinash Reddy's petition on Pulivendula polling.. High Court's key directives to SEC

   Avinash Reddy's petition on Pulivendula polling.. High Court's key directives to SEC laxmikanth Sat, 10/31/2026 - 07:41 Display on listing page top story No Avinash Reddy's petition on Pulivendula polling.. High Court's key directives to SEC

   Sakshi

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The High Court issued specific orders to the State Election Commission regarding polling processes in Pulivendula.

   Who:

   Avinash Reddy is the petitioner, the State Election Commission is the agency conducting elections, and the Andhra Pradesh High Court is the judicial body.

   When:

   Reported on 31 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Pulivendula, Andhra Pradesh, and the Andhra Pradesh High Court.

   Why:

   The directives follow a petition filed by Avinash Reddy concerning the conduct of polling in Pulivendula.

   What it means:

   The State Election Commission must now follow the specific instructions given by the High Court to manage the election process.

2. 23 Oct 2026News

   Pulivendula DSP’s poll role: Andhra HC seeks report from SEC

   Avinash Reddy had submitted a representation to the SEC on October 19, seeking the DSP's transfer and removal from election duties.

   The New Indian Express

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The High Court asked the State Election Commission to provide a report on a police officer.

   Who:

   Avinash Reddy is the petitioner, the State Election Commission is the election regulator, and the High Court is the judicial body.

   When:

   Reported on 23 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Pulivendula and Andhra Pradesh High Court.

   Why:

   The court acted because Avinash Reddy asked for the officer to be transferred and removed from election duties.

   What it means:

   The State Election Commission must now submit a report to the court regarding this request.