Hyderabad: GHMC Commissioner and Hyderabad District Election Officer R.V. Karnan received a special award from Governor Jishnu Dev Varma on Sunday for his role in the peaceful and transparent conduct of the Jubilee Hills by-election.
The award was presented during the 16th National Voters’ Day celebrations at Ravindra Bharathi. The Governor, who attended as chief guest, praised the district election team’s use of drone surveillance and advanced monitoring techniques to enhance security during polling.
He specifically lauded GHMC Commissioner Karnan’s leadership for ensuring smooth execution of the electoral process. The Governor also commended the proactive approach of the election machinery, which maintained law and order and reinforced voter trust.
Jubilee Hills by-election lauded for tech-driven execution
The Governor noted that the district election office demonstrated excellent coordination and administrative efficiency. He said the team’s innovative use of modern technology helped uphold democratic values and strengthen public confidence in the system.
The recognition given to GHMC Commissioner Karnan highlighted his contribution to ensuring a fair and efficient by-election in Jubilee Hills. Officials said the honour reflected his commitment to electoral transparency and democratic best practices.
The Hon’ble Governor of Telangana, Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, as the Chief Guest, attended the ‘National Voters’ Day programme organised by the Office of the State Election Commission, Telangana, at Ravindra Bharati, Hyderabad, on 25th January 2026.
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