The Andhra Pradesh government has declared holidays on November 4 and 5, 2026, ahead of the Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency (ZPTC) elections. Polling will take place on November 5, while votes will be counted on November 7.
The order applies to government offices, private buildings and educational institutions involved in the voting process. Officials from the State Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Department have been directed to take the necessary steps to implement the directive and ensure smooth polling.
AP MPTC, ZPTC Election Schedule
Date | Event |
November 4, 2026 | Holiday for polling arrangements |
November 5, 2026 | MPTC and ZPTC polling |
November 7, 2026 | Vote counting |
Holiday Details and Who Is Affected
November 5 is the designated voting day, whereas November 4 has been reserved for poll preparation. This scheduling will help in making necessary arrangements, which would ease the process of conducting elections to the rural local bodies.
Nevertheless, this holiday is meant for organisations engaged in the electoral process, and hence faculty and students should refer to the instructions from their departments or schools.
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Election Preparations and Voter Advice
These elections are the next phase of the state’s local body electoral schedule, following the conclusion of municipal elections. Preparations are under way in every area where voting will take place. Voters should check their polling details and follow the instructions of election officials.
Schools, government organisations and commercial businesses involved in the polls are expected to observe the related holidays, which are also meant to encourage participation in the rural elections.