ZP Election Announcement Imminent? Polling Likely Feb 7 Amid Manpower Crunch

• Zilla Parishad (ZP) and Panchayat Samiti election schedule expected this week, possibly Wednesday.
• Polling for ZP elections is predicted for February 7, potentially missing the Supreme Court's January 31, 2026 deadline.
• Manpower shortage due to ongoing Municipal Corporation elections is a major challenge for the administration.
• State Election Commission (SEC) to hold a crucial meeting Wednesday to discuss election dates and law and order.
• SEC may seek Supreme Court's permission for an extension, citing manpower issues, despite sufficient EVMs.

Why It Matters: ZP elections face delay due to manpower issues, likely pushing polling to February 7.