In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 13 of The Delhi Sikh Gurdwaras Act

## Report on Amendment Regarding Returning Officer for Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Elections **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi on August 18, 2021, which amends a previous notification regarding the appointment of a Returning Officer for the upcoming General Election to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. The core purpose of this amendment is to replace a previously appointed officer (Sh. Devendara Singh Tomar) with a new officer (Sh. Kulvendra Yadav) for Ward Nos. 6 (Shakti Nagar) and 7 (Trinagar). The report details the specific change, identifies the stakeholders and affected parties, and infers the potential impact of this amendment on the election process. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide information and analysis regarding a notification pertaining to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee elections. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the notification issued on August 18, 2021, and focuses on understanding the amendment's purpose and implications. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification is an amendment to Notification No. SGDLE28072021228526 dated 28th July, 2021, which likely outlined the initial appointments for the upcoming election. The core objective of this amendment is to replace a previously designated Returning Officer for specific wards. **4. Background and Rationale:** This specific amendment appears to be addressing an issue related to the originally appointed Returning Officer, Sh. Devendara Singh Tomar. The text implies that Sh. Tomar is unable to fulfill the duties, necessitating the appointment of a replacement. The reason for the change is not stated explicitly within the provided text. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This notification specifically amends the earlier notification by: * **Changing the Returning Officer:** Replacing Sh. Devendara Singh Tomar with Sh. Kulvendra Yadav for Ward Nos. 6 (Shakti Nagar) and 7 (Trinagar). * **Continuity of Previous Notification:** Explicitly stating that "The rest of the contents of the earlier Notification, shall remain the same." * **Effect of Change:** This change ensures that the election process for Ward Nos. 6 and 7 can proceed with a designated Returning Officer. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The direct stakeholders affected by this change include: * **The residents and voters of Ward Nos. 6 (Shakti Nagar) and 7 (Trinagar):** The change ensures proper election oversight for their wards. * **The candidates contesting elections in Ward Nos. 6 and 7:** They will interact with the newly appointed Returning Officer. * **The Directorate of Gurdwara Elections:** The Directorate is responsible for the overall conduct of the elections. * **Sh. Kulvendra Yadav:** The newly appointed Returning Officer, who assumes responsibility for the election process in the specified wards. * **Sh. Devendara Singh Tomar:** The replaced Returning Officer, who is relieved of duties for the specified wards. * **The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC):** As the governing body being elected, the DSGMC has a significant interest in the election process. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency:** The Directorate of Gurdwara Elections is responsible for implementing this change. * **Procedures:** The notification references "Section 13 of The Delhi Sikh Gurdwaras Act, 1971" and "Rule 4 of The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Election of Members Rules, 1974," indicating that the amendment adheres to established legal and procedural guidelines. * **Timelines:** The amendment is issued in the context of the "forthcoming General Election," suggesting urgency in implementing the change to avoid disruption to the election schedule. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this amendment is to ensure the smooth and proper conduct of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee elections in Ward Nos. 6 and 7 by assigning a responsible officer to oversee the electoral process. The impact of this change is expected to be minimal in the broader election context, as it only affects the designated Returning Officer for specific wards. However, it is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the electoral process in those specific wards. **9. Conclusion:** The notification issued on August 18, 2021, represents a specific amendment to a previous notification regarding the appointment of Returning Officers for the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee elections. By replacing the designated officer for Ward Nos. 6 and 7, the Directorate of Gurdwara Elections aims to ensure the proper and timely conduct of the elections in these wards. The change is significant for the stakeholders involved, particularly the residents and candidates of the affected wards, and demonstrates the Directorate's commitment to managing the electoral process effectively.

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