Sonipat: With the Municipal Corporation elections scheduled for May 10, the Haryana State Election Commission has intensified preparations to ensure a free, fair, and fear-free voting process.
As part of these measures, 2011-batch IPS officer Rajendra Kumar Meena has been appointed as the Police Observer to oversee law and order during the elections.
Observer Office Set Up at DCRUST
According to District Electoral Officer and Deputy Commissioner Neha Singh, the police observer’s office has been established at the rest house of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology.
This facility will function as a central hub for addressing election-related complaints and security concerns.
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Daily Public Hearings for Citizens
In a citizen-friendly initiative, Rajendra Kumar Meena will hold daily public hearings from 11 AM to 12 noon at the DCRUST rest house.
- Voters and candidates can directly raise grievances
- On-the-spot resolution of complaints will be ensured
- Aims to build public confidence in the electoral process
Helpline Issued for Complaints
To further strengthen transparency, the administration has released an official contact number:
- 74194-10501
Citizens can report:
- Model Code of Conduct violations
- Electoral malpractice
- Security-related emergencies
Authorities have warned that any attempt at intimidation or disruption will invite strict action.
Enhanced Security Arrangements
Police teams have already been deployed across sensitive locations, maintaining strict vigilance to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure smooth polling.
Who is IPS Rajendra Kumar Meena?
Mr Meena is a 2011-batch IPS officer of the Haryana cadre, known for his experience in law enforcement, IT systems, and command operations.
Key Career Highlights:
- Served as SP (Information Technology) in Panchkula
- Commandant, 5th Battalion Haryana Armed Police (Madhuban)
- SP Commando, Newal (Karnal)
- Recently promoted to the rank of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) (as per reports in 2025)
Past Controversy
In 2023, Meena was involved in a dispute related to a five-year debarment from central deputation by the Ministry of Home Affairs after he reportedly did not join an assigned post. However, he continued serving within Haryana.
Focus on Free and Fair Elections
The appointment of a senior IPS officer as Police Observer reflects the administration’s commitment to:
- Ensuring peaceful polling
- Preventing electoral malpractices
- Building voter trust
With structured grievance redressal and strong security arrangements, authorities aim to conduct the Sonipat civic polls in a transparent and efficient manner.
